If I were to answer this question directly, it would be a resounding yes! However, that would not be a sufficient response because there are many factors that make this possible, which we will explore further in this article. 

What are Kocoono weighted blankets?

Kocoono Weighted Blankets are therapeutic blankets that provide deep pressure therapy to all areas of your body, including your nervous system. Through this technique, they help to manage many sleep conditions such as anxiety, restless leg syndrome, insomnia, and many more. 

Kocoono weighted blankets are unique because of their excellent quality and durability. You do not only get the benefits from using these weighted blankets, but you get to enjoy them for a very long time. You can consider this a long-term investment. 

How do Kocoono weighted blankets reduce anxiety?

These weighted blankets work well through the mechanism of deep touch therapy. 

How does this work practically? 

It works through the regulation of certain chemicals, also called hormones. The brain is able to produce these certain chemicals in response to the happenings around us. When you are happy, happy hormones are produced, but when you are sad and stressed, stress hormones are produced. With a weighted blanket, while stress hormones are reduced, happy hormones are produced in higher quantities, resulting in a comforting and calming effect.

Read more on the science of deep touch therapy here.

What are other conditions a weighted blanket works for?

Many sleep conditions are managed with a weighted blanket and work through the same mechanism of deep touch therapy. Some of these conditions include:

Insomnia is one of the most common sleep conditions. While some suffer from this due to an inconsistent sleep schedule, others suffer due to an inability to achieve a relaxed state at night. Whatever the cause is, weighted blankets are designed to encourage rest. 

Restless leg syndrome is a medical condition characterized by an uncontrollable movement of the legs that happens while asleep. Individuals with this sleep condition often feel sensations that cause them to want to move their legs.

The cause of this is unclear, but one can attribute this to an imbalance in dopamine levels, nutritional deficiencies, and stress. 

A study by Hung-Yu Lin done in 2014 on children proved a positive correlation between weighted blankets and ADHD. From this research, he came to a conclusion stating that the use of weighted blankets helps to improve one's attention span, reduce distractions, and improve task completion

One of the most notable sleep conditions most individuals suffer from is sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is the sudden cessation of one’s breath while sleeping. This happens due to multiple factors but most commonly due to an inability of the brain to regulate the breathing center while asleep. The weighted blankets help to encourage proper signaling of the brain.

Narcolepsy is a sleep disorder characterized by excessive sleepiness, fatigue, and a loss of muscle tone. Not everyone is known to experience this loss of muscle tone, but individuals with this condition often experience an overwhelming need to sleep almost all the time.

The main reason why this happens is due to the brain's inability to produce a particular chemical called hypocretin in sufficient quantities. This chemical is responsible for wakefulness, and individuals can't keep awake without it. 

Are there any risks associated with a weighted blanket?

Although weighted blankets are known to provide enormous benefits, there are some risks and contraindications associated with them. Some of these risks include skin irritations, Claustrophobia,  sudden infant death syndrome, and many more. 

People who use weighted blankets might complain of skin irritations and allergies, which depend on their skin sensitivity to the materials used in manufacturing these blankets. For individuals with sensitive skin types, it is advisable to do a patch test before purchasing any product that would come in contact with their skin.

Individuals with a phobia of enclosed spaces can experience suffocation as well. Claustrophobia is an absolute contraindication for weighted blankets. Although this is an absolute contraindication, we have received testimonials of individuals with claustrophobia who still find our Kocoono weighted blankets comforting. 

What Kocoono blanket can you purchase if dealing with anxiety?

There are two different types of weighted blankets available but your choice will depend on the results you hope to get. 

Kocoono Weighted Blanket Calm

The calming blanket works well for everyone and was designed without any unique customization but still offers calming and soothing benefits. 

Kocoono Weighted Blanket LUXE

The Luxe weighted blanket offers more flexibility. It is customizable with a premium weight distribution and can relieve shoulder tension. Its unique design can meet the special needs of people who are old, pregnant, and people with sensitive skin types. 

Conclusion 

Our weighted blanket offers enormous benefits, and one of its known benefits is to provide a calming and relaxing effect through deep touch therapy.