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Weighted Blankets for Insomnia and Other Conditions
Many people cannot do without weighted blankets. For most, these pieces of fabric have become a routine part of healthy sleep habits and stress relief. And there’s a good reason for this. Studies suggest that weighted blankets may provide relief for autism patients, as well as people with insomnia, anxiety, and other conditions.
This article will explore the therapeutic benefits of weighted blankets on insomnia, autism, and anxiety, among other conditions.
What is a weighted blanket?
A weighted blanket is a therapeutic blanket weighing between 5–30 pounds. The extra weight exerts a pressure that mimics pressure therapy (1) or deep pressure stimulation.
Weighted blankets have extra heft. This is because they are made of heavier layers of fabrics with plastic or glass pellets. As a result, they feel more like the lead apron placed over you when you go to the dentist for an X-ray.
Weighted blankets are usually sold online, at department stores, or drugstores.
What are the benefits of a weighted blanket?
Deep pressure stimulation causes relaxation of the nervous system through pressure. You can liken it to the experience of being hugged or held. Using a weighted…
