(cortisol is a hormone which increases the blood sugar levels, blood pressure and cholesterol; it also harms the immune system). This is our bodies’ natural way of fighting emotional or physical stress or a potentially dangerous situation (or when taking certain medication). Long term exposure to increased cortisol levels can harm our physical and mental health, it causes hormonal imbalances, especially impacting thyroid and sex hormones, and can cause physical burnout (complete burnout of the adrenal gland). Floating is the complete opposite of a stressful environment as it closely resembles the safe environment in the womb, which represents the highest level of safety and complete absence of stress.

(research shows that one hour of floating therapy equals four to six hours of sleep). The benefits of this therapy will last for at least 24 hours afterwards and the REM sleep that night is significantly longer.

(because there is pressure from gravity, our body can relieve all accumulated tension).

It enhances stamina, strength and energy levels. (Muscles absorb magnesium and regeneration is more effective, therefore the body is prepared for increased physical efforts.)

Endorphins are released when patients experience pain. This increases the body’s ability to withstand significant efforts. They are our body’s natural pain relief.