rocabi Press
The Science
Occupational Therapy in Mental Health
"33% demonstrated lowering in EDA when using the weighted blanket, 63% reported lower anxiety after use, and 78% preferred the weighted blanket as a calming modality"
The Royal Australian & New Zealand College of Psychiatrists
"Those individuals who used the weighted blanket reported significantly greater reductions in distress and clinician-rated anxiety"
Sci Med Central
"A weighted blanket may aid in reducing insomnia through altered tactile inputs, thus may provide an innovative, non-pharmacological approach and complementary tool to improve sleep quality"
Journal of the Formosan Medical Association
"participants wore weighted blankets during their surgeries. Under the weighted blankets, the patients showed more activity in the part of the nervous system that is in control during times of low stress"
Testimonials *(Results may vary)
The Benefits Of Weighted Blankets
Studies as published in Occupational Therapy in Mental Health journal have shown that up to 78% of participants felt a sense of calming modality and reduced anxiety after using a weighted blanket. They are a 100% drug free sleep aid that is low tech and highly effective. Get to a deeper sleep faster and stay asleep longer and wake up feeling energized and relaxed.
Why Are Weighted Blankets so Effective?
Findings, published in the journal Hindawi, showed a dramatic boosting of the production of serotonin when Deep Press therapy is applied to an individual. The weighted blanket simulates the actions of being hugged or held and the body release chemicals as a result. A deficiency in these chemicals in particular serotonin and melatonin is directly linked to sleep disorders.
Design, Materials & Craftmanship
Luxurious and silky soft, minky-fabric, 100% polyester micro-fibre, mimics, real mink to the touch. It has a soft short pile and is as soft as cashmere. Minky is the premier fabric for creating premium, sensory blankets. We use Minky dot on the inner sleeve of our blankets. This adds extra texture and looks beautiful.
What Makes The Blankets Heavy?
Non Toxic Orderless Glass Beads are placed in small pockets and are sewn into the fabric between two layers of cotton. This adds mass to the blanket which allows it to “hug” the user and apply a gentle deep touch, pressure that is spread out over the body.
What Is DTS (Deep Touch Stimulation)?
Deep touch sense is the sensation that flows through your body when you are hugged or spooned. This calming feeling can be simulated buy placing approximately 10% on your body in the form of an adult weighted blanket.
Suggested Blanket Weight*
How Heavy Should My Weighted Blanket Be?
Rocabi Suggest as a rule of thumb, that your blanket should weigh 7%-12% of your body weight. Refer To Chart For Guidance
why choose rocabi?
Our Weighted Blankets Are Big. (60"*80" Queen Size For Adults)
Rocabi makes its weighted blankets with Adults in mind. All our anxiety blankets are a generous 60" by 80" which is perfect for even a queen size bed.
Rocabi's Blanket Are Really Heavy. Our Blankets Weight Up to 25lbs.
Our blankets are weigh a lot. We want you to have the heaviest blanket possible. It's recommended that the blanket should weigh, approximately 10% of your body weight. Refer to Chart
Free Shipping
We aim to provide the best shopping experience, possible for customers and free US mainland shipping makes the blankets more affordable to everyone.
