What is a FLOATATION TANK? The floatation tank was created by Dr. John Cunningham in 1954 at the National Institute of Mental Health. A sensory-deprivation tool, the floatation tank is a box that is 10 inches in depth filled with water of 93.5 degree Fahrenheit. Included with 800 punds of Epsom Salt. This combination allows for the brain to fall into the Theta state. While in this floatation tank, individuals are offered a stress-free environment to rest and relax.
Utilized in Restricted Environmental Stimulation Therapy (REST), a floatation tanks offers a unique intervention in effectively working with various stress disorders, chronic pain, relaxation, biofeedback, hypnosis and mediation as well.
Patients first shower and then enter the floatation tank. While in the floatation tank, individuals are free from light and sound to further its effectual experience.
Noninvasive, a floatation tank has no known side effects.
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