Scientific studies on therapy blankets

Study (2021): Weighted blankets for pain relief

Pleasant pressure sensations are a still little researched way to regulate chronic pain. Deeper pressure is perceived as pleasant and calming and can improve sleep. Although pressure can relieve ac...

Study (2022): Effect of weighted blankets on the health of elderly people in nursing homes

An increasingly aging population is a global phenomenon. Although this is seen as a positive step forward, the susceptibility to age-related health problems also increases with the aging population...

Study (2020): Effect of weighted blankets on anxiety during chemotherapy

Weighted blankets are used as aids to relieve anxiety in many patient groups by providing deep touch pressure. Cancer patients can develop anxiety related to the diagnosis and treatments, such as c...

Study (2020): Weighted blankets and their effect on sleep quality in children with autism spectrum disorder

The aim of the study was to investigate the effectiveness of weighted blankets and sleep quality in children with autism spectrum disorders and behavioral manifestations of sensory processing defic...

Study (2022): Use of weighted blankets during dental treatments

Patient behavior at the dentist can be managed with pharmacological treatment to minimize anxiety and uncooperative behavior. This resistant behavior can complicate or prevent the dental examinatio...

Study (2020): Weighted blankets and sleep medication consumption in adults with psychiatric diagnosis

Sleep problems are ubiquitous among patients with psychiatric disorders. There are various treatment methods for insomnia, including psychoeducation, pharmacological treatment, and behavioral thera...

Study (2020): Use of weighted blankets in an inpatient psychiatric clinic to reduce anxiety

Patients who are involuntarily admitted to a psychiatric facility often suffer from anxiety or increased anxiety in response to being placed in an institutional environment. A proactive treatment o...

Study (2020): Survey on sleep problems in children with CHARGE syndrome

Sleep problems are widespread among children, especially those with developmental disorders, visual impairments, and behavioral issues. Previous research has shown that the prevalence of clinically...

Study (2021): Effect of weighted blankets on sleep and daily life of people with ADHD and/or autism

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are often associated with sleep problems that affect social, emotional, and cognitive functioning in daily activi...

Study (2020): Effectiveness of therapy blankets in infants with neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS)

Caregivers are increasingly caring for infants diagnosed with neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) (withdrawal symptoms in newborns of drug-dependent mothers). The recommended first-line treatment to...