Floatation Science Research
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Bood, S. Å., Sundequist, U., Norlander, T., Nordström, L., Nordenström, K., Kjellgren, A., et al, (2006). Eliciting the relaxation response with the help of flotation-REST (Restricted Environmental Stimulation Technique) in patients with stress related ailments.
“Float to mitigate stress. Shown to lower cortisol levels and stress related pain, while boosting sleep quality and optimism, flotation therapy can provide relief from stress related ailments.”
Morgan PM, Salacinski AJ, Stults-Kolehmainen MA, (2013). The acute effects of flotation restricted environmental stimulation technique on recovery from maximal eccentric exercise.
“Experience for yourself the rejuvenating effects of floating for physical recovery. Significantly reducing blood lactate and perceived pain in one hour, floating offers an innovative way to speed up recovery.”
“Even one hour of floating can help to accelerate physical recovery. Utilize the tank to help bounce back faster and feel your best.”
Taylor T., Enhancement of Scientific Creativity by Floatation REST (Restricted Environmental Stimulation Therapy).
“Remove every distraction to become a clear channel for your creativity with at least 60 minutes of flotation.”
“Unlock your creative potential with Floatation-REST. Even one hour spent in a serene sensory reduced environment can spark more innovative thinking than a traditional setting.”
“Enter the Twilight State, where creativity is unlocked.”
Harrison J. & Barabasz A., (1993). REST as a Treatment for Children with Autism.
Experience the transformative potential of Restricted Environmental Stimulation Therapy (REST) for autistic children, with just 48 hours leading to noticeable improvements in learning, social interactions, and play behavior. Explore this innovative treatment to support your child's cognitive and social development today.
Adams, H. B., Cooper, G. D., & Scott, J. C., (1987). REST and reduced alcohol consumption.
“Dissolve your bad habits. REST is a viable option to transform your relationship with alcohol and maintain lasting change.”
Floatation-Rest - Altered States Body Dissolution
“Explore your inner world. Floating can induce a profound experience of physical dissolution, deep relaxation, and altered states of consciousness.”
“Find out for yourself how this unique tool can help you access heightened self awareness, deep relaxation, and enhance your mental well being.”
Kristoffer Jonsson and Anette Kjellgren, (2014). Curing the sick and creating supermen – How relaxation in flotation tanks is advertised on the Internet.
“Sensory deprivation began as, and continues to be an experiment. While many claims are grounded in science, and others in anecdotal user experience, we encourage you to find out for yourself what benefits floating holds for you.”
Ruzyla-Smith P. & Barabasz A., (1993). Effects of Flotation REST on the Immune Response: T-Cells, B-Cells, Helper, and Suppressor Cells.
“REST has been shown to enhance T-cells, B-cells, and helper/suppressor cells activity. Boost your immune system with a float.
“Scientifically shown to boost the body's natural defenses, floating can be utilized to promote and maintain overall health.”
Forgays, Donald G., Forgays, Deborah K. Creativity Enhancement Through Floatation Isolation.
“A floatation tank is a creative space where just one hour of relaxation can significantly boost fluency and innovative thinking, as shown by Guilford test scores. Increase your access to inspired ideas.
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