Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has become so common today that many parents are alarmed, but not necessarily surprised, at the diagnosis. The diagnosis rate for this actual disorder among children is above 10%. Parents looking for something to help their children cope with the inability to focus through sensory input are now looking to floatation therapy as a supplemental … Read More
How Floatation Therapy Can Help Survivors Cope
Floatation offers a survivor a chance to get away from the world for a bit, helping them relieve stress, anxiety, and other results stemming from their traumatic experiences. Understand Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) The development of PTSD usually stems from a traumatic event, which anyone may face. Around 56% of Americans face some kind of severely traumatic event (e.g., near-death, … Read More
Three Ways Floatation Can Get You Back on the Field Sooner
Winter provides some of the most exciting venues for sports worldwide. However, those sports often result in some injuries that can keep you sidelined. Whether suffering from a concussion or nursing a bruised muscle, floatation can help you get better faster, so you’re back on the field before your team misses you. Helps All Types of Athletes Many different athletes … Read More
Winter Is Coming! Float the Winter Blues Away
With winter approaching, you’re probably preparing to get through those gloomy months with fewer sunny days and less outdoor activity. Shorter days, lower temperatures, and lack of sufficient exercise all lead to some dark days. Here’s how floatation can help you during those freezing months. Understand Winter’s Effects During the winter, many people feel the effects of decreased sunlight. They … Read More
Soothing Colors That Reduce Stress
Floating, yoga, and other controlled-relaxation environments often provides a soothing experience – and it starts the moment you walk in the door. One reason for this is how such places leverage color to calm participants. Colors have a profound impact on the way people feel and respond to the space. To help maintain a feeling of relaxation after a float … Read More
Five Techniques for Relaxation
Letting go takes practice for some people. Even in a floatation tank, some people’s minds race at 90 mph. The concept of nothingness or pure focus is foreign. When it comes to relaxation, what works for one person may not work for another. There are a few techniques floaters can try to eliminate the mind’s noisiness and enjoy the full … Read More
Five Times You Should Not Use a Floatation Tank
Most people can safely use floatation tanks to relax and eliminate tension and strain throughout the body, but there are a few times you should skip floatation. Individuals should avoid floating if they are intoxicated, have a contagious illness, have a known incontinence problem, or an open wound (including new tattoos). Read on for some helpful answers to questions people … Read More
Floating for Preventive Health
Many people come to the float center for treatment of psychological and physical conditions, including fibromyalgia, sports injuries, and anxiety. Some come in hopes of minimizing stress on the mind and body through floating, a potentially beneficial addition to an overall health regimen. A balanced preventive health strategy, including diet, exercise, health screenings, and self-care, is crucial to protecting your … Read More
Can Floatation Therapy Help Me Change Bad Habits?
Floatation therapy is becoming more popular for people hoping to change bad habits like smoking. The relaxation and chemicals released into your brain while experiencing floatation therapy can help floaters get through difficult cravings or low points in their recovery. Here are some of the ways floatation therapy helps people who want to remove harmful chemicals from their bodies and … Read More
Incorporating Mindfulness Into Your Daily Activities
Floatation therapy is a great way to relax and become more centered. Meditation while floating offers users a way to experience mindfulness and reconnect with yourself. This post will give readers tips to continue that connection and practice mindfulness in their everyday life. Bring the better health and improved mental clarity from your float session into all areas of your … Read More