Gravity weighted blankets make up 10% of your body weight

Gravity weighted blankets – these are blankets that are significantly heavier than traditional duvets. The Gravity weighted blanket should weigh 10 percent of your own body weight. What makes the blankets so heavy: a layer of small woven glass beads inside.

Peaceful sleep with the Gravity weighted blanket?

The effect of the blankets is said to be a more peaceful sleep. In some studies, healthy adults actually report feeling more relaxed and less anxious under the covers. It envelops the body with even pressure and, according to the manufacturers, this should give a feeling of security, somewhat like a hug.

The Gravity weighted blanket: therapeutic measure for anxiety

The effect of blankets on anxiety and sleep disorders was most frequently investigated. In the case of anxiety, the blankets could actually be a suitable therapeutic measure, but in the case of sleep disorders the evidence is too thin to make a general recommendation. However, a recent study has shown that the blankets can help psychiatric patients with sleep disorders who also suffer from ADHD or depression.

Sleep researcher Dr. Alexander Blau believes that the functionality of Gravity weighted blankets depends on the type: “Experience also shows that we people are different, there are people who respond well to it.”

The test: With the Gravity weighted blanket in the sleep laboratory

Julia Fischer took the test herself and visited a sleep laboratory. The experience awakens mixed feelings for her: she can't notice a big difference to the normal duvet. Just try it out? Definitely an option.

Note: This video is an extract from the SWR health magazine Doc Fischer from November 14th, 2022: https://youtu.be/8nhnSVqJ1ko

Source:

SWR market check / Author: Matthias Bremer


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