In this fast-paced life, most individuals are looking for ways to relax and cut back on the stress they are experiencing. Now, medical experts suggest that flotation tanks offered at flotation centers may be a big help.
Today, float centers are gaining popularity all over the world. They often feature their new facilities that can promote health and relaxation - float tanks or deprivation tanks. It is an enclosed, salt water bath designed to reduce sensory input to the brain. They use Epsom salt because it is well-known for many health benefits.
Mainly, this procedure helps people to cope with stress, sleep disorders, chronic pain and muscle soreness. This process makes it easier to relax than meditation and is all natural, limiting side effects from relaxation drugs.
As time passes by, more and more Americans are being fond of the benefits of flotation. In fact, the US manufacturer of flotation tanks, Royal Spa Manufacturing has built 75 tanks in 2012 during its first year and now, they build about 800 tanks per year. Bob Dapper, owner of Royal Spa Manufacturing, said that most of the tanks they manufacture are sold to float tank centers for about $22,500 each.
Subsequently, Dapper added that dirt and germs cannot grow in the tank due to its buoyancy that pushes everything to the surface. Aside from that, the water is purified with ultraviolet light.
Those who undergo flotation believe that its health benefits can be rooted to the use of Epsom salt, which contains magnesium. Other benefits may come from floating inside the tank. Dapper added that the high amounts of Epsom salt which can be absorbed through the skin gives the body the nutrients that can recharge the body especially the nervous system.
"Your nervous system gets frayed by overuse and tension and anxiety, and this product puts you in a position to restore your frazzled nervous system. It allows to you repair your wiring. If you're able to sleep better, great. If you work through the stresses plaguing you, super. But you cannot promise that. Everyone has a different experience in a float tank. It allows you to open yourself to calmness and relaxation," he said.
According to several reports, the health benefits of flotation tanks include relaxation, loosening the muscles, speeding up recovery from injury, releases endorphins (natural pain killers), and decreases the production of Cortisol, ACTH, Lactic acid and adrenaline.