Bring out the research nerd in me once again. This question caught my attention. Psychiatrists, therapists and even dentists have been known to use weighted blankets with their patients. So, I delved into peer-reviewed articles and research to see what I could learn Which Came First, the Chicken or the Egg? …or in this case […]
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Bring out the research geek in me and I’ll spend hours reading peer-reviewed periodicals, taking notes and assimilating information. Researching Deep Pressure Touch therapy (DPT) was no exception. What is DPT? Deep pressure is the “sensation produced when an individual is hugged, squeezed, stroked or held” and include weighted products, swaddling, and brushing. Occupation therapists
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WHO CAN USE WEIGHTED BLANKETS? With their increase in popularity, people from all demographics are finding comfort and benefits from using weighted blankets. Research studies have shown benefits for people living with sensory issues, traumatic brain injury, chronic pain, mental illness, insomnia, restless legs, PTSD and more2 WHO SHOULD NOT USE WEIGHTED BLANKETS? If user
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What I discovered In subsequent research of weighted blankets currently on the market, I discovered a variety of fabric, fillers and sizes available that can accommodate the majority of consumers. However, I also found that blankets are often being marketed for couples or to fit across a full, queen or king size bed. Fundamentally there
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In 2000 I was first introduced to weighted blankets, vests, and other sensory products as a therapy based solution for my son. At that time, we were fortunate enough to be able to borrow a blanket and vest to test and determine if they would be of any value to hi. We had some success.
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