How does floating help my brain? Like laughing, it induces the release of endorphins, leading to feelings of euphoria, modulation of appetite, release of sex hormones, and enhancement of the immune response.
How often should I float? For chronic pain, two times a week can make a significant difference; foror anxiety, stress or insomnia, floating once a week is recommended. After floating, you will likely have the best sleep of your week!
What happens during a sensory deprivation water float session? After a cleansing shower, you step into the float pool and instantly float. Within 10 minutes, lose all sense of space and time, relax, and be free of any stress. At the end, shower again to wash off the salt water.
How should I prepare? Give yourself time beforehand to get into a relaxed headspace. Try not to shave right before arriving, as salt can irritate freshly shaved skin. If you wear contacts, remove them before getting into float tank. Avoid caffeine beforehand.
Do I need a bathing suit? Most people float without any clothing. Our subterranean float rooms are totally private!
Can I float if I am pregnant? Yes! In fact, the float tank is a wonderful haven for pregnant women with lower back pain, digestion issues or difficulty sleeping. We do, however, recommend that pregnant women avoid floating during the first trimester.
Who should avoid floating? Anyone with Infectious skin, respiratory disorders, open wounds or recent tattoos. Anyone suffering from incontinence, uncontrolled epilepsy, serious mental conditions, a high-risk pregnancy, colored or permed hair within 7 days, under the influence of any drug or alcohol, currently menstruating, or under the age of 14 without a parent present.
