How do Alternative Therapies for PTSD Support Mental Health?

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health issue that usually manifests after a traumatic event; combat, natural disasters, car accidents, and sexual or physical assault are all events that can trigger PTSD. Symptoms include: Flashbacks. Recurring memories or dreams about the event. Severe emotional distress and/or physical reactions to reminders of the event. An increasingly negative view of yourself or the world. Heightened arousal symptoms such as being easily startled, self-destructive behavior and difficulty sleeping. Feelings of depression. Often, without treatment, PTSD can be debilitating for those it affects, which is […]

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How Float Therapy is a Holistic Therapy

Many people tend to have a negative view of holistic therapy, thinking of it as ‘hippie’ or a pseudoscience. However, this widespread perception does not tell the whole story. Simply put, holistic therapy is the view that the mind, body and spirit must all work together for optimal health and wellness. All three are equally important and interconnected; if one is broken, the other two do not function. Float Therapy is a Holistic Therapy Holistic therapy falls under Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM), which includes treatments that have been effective for thousands of […]

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Top 3 Reasons Float Therapy is the Best for Muscle Recovery

One of the most common ways individuals rest their muscles is through relaxation. But whether your muscles need a break from a challenging workout or recovering from an injury, what is truly the best for muscle recovery? Of course, we could suggest resting on the couch or in the comfort of your bed as methods for taking it easy, but what about floatation therapy as a holistic approach? The best examples to answer that question are through athletes who utilize floating. As individuals are more susceptible to injury and need […]

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Epsom Salts Uses and Benefits

One of the essential aspects of float therapy is the 1,000 pounds of Epsom salts we add to every float pod. This allows guests to float effortlessly atop the skin-temperature water for a zero-gravity experience. However, while there are great for the actual act of floating, there are numerous benefits and uses for Epsom salts. What is Epsom Salt? Epsom salt, also known as magnesium sulfate, is a chemical compound of magnesium, sulfur and oxygen. It was discovered in Surrey, England in 1695, and has since has been known for its medicinal properties worldwide. […]

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Epsom Salts Uses and Benefits

One of the essential aspects of float therapy is the 1,000 pounds of Epsom salts we add to every float pod. This allows guests to float effortlessly atop the skin-temperature water for a zero-gravity experience. However, while there are great for the actual act of floating, there are numerous benefits and uses for Epsom salts. What is Epsom Salt? Epsom salt, also known as magnesium sulfate, is a chemical compound of magnesium, sulfur and oxygen. It was discovered in Surrey, England in 1695, and has since has been known for its medicinal properties worldwide. […]

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Using Float Therapy as a Solution for Sleep

The science behind floating acting as a solution for sleep   Poor and insufficient sleep are a major public health problem, with more 1 in 3 adults not getting the high-quality rest they need to meet their sleep needs. Sleep deprivation contributes to chronic disease, accident and injury risks, compromised cognitive performance, social and emotional dysfunction, reduced mortality, and a lower quality of life. Improving sleep can have nothing short of transformational, life-altering, life-extending effects, and float therapy can serve as a solution for sleep issues.  Sleep problems—including restless, unrefreshing sleep and […]

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Using Float Therapy as a Solution for Sleep

The science behind floating acting as a solution for sleep   Poor and insufficient sleep are a major public health problem, with more 1 in 3 adults not getting the high-quality rest they need to meet their sleep needs. Sleep deprivation contributes to chronic disease, accident and injury risks, compromised cognitive performance, social and emotional dysfunction, reduced mortality, and a lower quality of life. Improving sleep can have nothing short of transformational, life-altering, life-extending effects, and float therapy can serve as a solution for sleep issues.  Sleep problems—including restless, unrefreshing sleep and […]

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Try Float Therapy for a Healthy Mind

We all strive to have a healthy mind. But sometimes, it feels like our minds run away with us. COVID-19 led our world to see the need for a healthy mind. We have isolated ourselves from meaningful relationships. Many of us lost jobs. During the pandemic, the United States saw a drastic rise in opioid overdoses and mental health issues. This is why it’s essential to take care of our mental health now more than ever. By healing the mind, and in turn, our bodies, we can actively participate in […]

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Try Float Therapy for a Healthy Mind

We all strive to have a healthy mind. But sometimes, it feels like our minds run away with us. COVID-19 led our world to see the need for a healthy mind. We have isolated ourselves from meaningful relationships. Many of us lost jobs. During the pandemic, the United States saw a drastic rise in opioid overdoses and mental health issues. This is why it’s essential to take care of our mental health now more than ever. By healing the mind, and in turn, our bodies, we can actively participate in […]

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The Importance of Athletic Recovery with Float Therapy

For many of us, thinking of a professional athlete is to think of their hard work, dedication, drive, and, ultimately, their success. Athletes spend countless hours training themselves to be their best. Through consistent workouts and practice, athletes are constantly breaking down their bodies and rebuilding them more efficiently. Consider the Olympics. Michael Phelps started swimming competitively at a young age, and he held his first national record when he was ten. To do so, Phelps practiced hard enough to swim in the 2000 Olympics at the age of 15, […]

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