Float tank r.e.s.t

Floatation therapy, also known as Restricted Environmental Stimulation Therapy (REST), is known to induce a deep state of meditation. This deeply meditative state helps regulate neurotransmitters by lowering cortisol and increasing serotonin levels, which enhances mood and emotional stability.

The pain reduction in floatation therapy is multifactorial, involving physical relief from buoyancy, absorption of magnesium, release of endorphins, and a calming effect on the nervous system. The release of endorphins plays a significant role, as these natural painkillers bind to opioid receptors in the brain, helping to alleviate pain.

Floatation therapy R.E.S.T significantly reduces cortisol levels, the primary stress hormone, by creating a calm and sensory-reduced environment. This reduction in sensory input allows the body and mind to enter a deeply relaxed state, diminishing stress. This can calm the nervous system and reduce anxiety.

The buoyancy of Epsom salt-rich water eases pressure on muscles and joints, promoting deep muscle relaxation and pain relief. This enhanced relaxation improves blood circulation, aiding in the removal of lactic acid and reducing inflammation, which speeds up recovery after intense physical activity. Additionally, the magnesium absorbed from the Epsom salts supports muscle repair and overall recovery. The therapy’s stress-relieving effects lower cortisol levels, boost endorphin release, and enhance mental well-being.

REST, promotes a sustained hypometabolic state similar to sleep, characterized by reduced heart rate, blood pressure, and metabolic activity, which aids in sleep quality and biological survival. By regulating the HPA axis and increasing melatonin levels, REST enhances sleep by improving melatonin production and reducing its breakdown. It also balances autonomic functions, mitigating age-related declines in parasympathetic activity. Additionally, meditation enhances gamma synchrony and strengthens neural network interactions, leading to improved network synchronization and potentially beneficial changes in sleep architecture.

REST (Restricted Environmental Stimulation Therapy) enhances creativity and problem-solving by shifting brainwave activity from beta to alpha and theta waves, which are associated with deep relaxation and creative insight. The sensory deprivation in floatation therapy reduces external distractions, allowing the brain to focus inward and make novel connections. This environment also promotes the release of neurotransmitters like endorphins and dopamine, which support a positive and open mindset conducive to innovative thinking.