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Suppose a person weighs 65-68 kg, he would get a 6.0 -6.5 kg blanket. For adults, a few kilos more than ten percent of their body weight can never be harmful. But, still, if it feels heavier while resting beneath it, go for the typical ten percent rule. Choosing the Right Weight for a Weighted Blanket Based on Your Body Weight Afram, B.; Stephan, A.; Verbeek, H.; Bleijlevens, M.; Suhonen, R.; Sutcliffe, C.; Raamat, K.; Cabrera, E.; Soto-Martin, M.; Hallberg, I.R.; et al. Reasons for institutionalization of people with dementia: Informal caregiver reports from 8 European countries. J. Am. Med. Dir. Assoc. 2014, 15, 108–116. [ Google Scholar] [ CrossRef] [ PubMed][ Green Version] For optimal results, the blanket’s weight should equal roughly 10% of your body weight. Heaviness is variable, depending on fabric and size of the blanket, but if you are new at sleeping with a weighted blanket you might try one on the lighter end first. The Risk of Using a Weighted Blanket Well, weighted blankets rely onsomething called deep pressure stimulationto help us calm down and fall asleep. And deep pressure stimulation or deep pressure therapy is known to stimulate the secretion of mood-boosting and sleep-inducing hormones called serotonin and melatonin. Furthermore, deep pressure therapy is also known to lower the levels of cortisol – a well-known stress hormone.

Tseng, Y.C.; Liu, S.H.-Y.; Lou, M.F.; Huang, G.S. Quality of life in older adults with sensory impairments: A systematic review. Qual. Life Res. 2018, 27, 1957–1971. [ Google Scholar] [ CrossRef] Bowling, A.; Rowe, G.; Adams, S.; Sands, P.; Samsi, K.; Crane, M. Quality of life in dementia: A systematically conducted narrative review of dementia-specific measurement scales. Aging Ment Health 2015, 19, 13–31. [ Google Scholar] [ CrossRef] The initial weight range starts from 2-3 kg, which is quite a good weight for 2-6 years children. In fact, weighted blankets are safe and sound for young ones. But still, it would be wise to consult a medical professional to determine if the weighted blanket is the right choice for your kid or not because every child has a definite medical condition; so are their weighted blanket necessities. II. 4-4.5 Kg Weighted Blanket For example, when talking about children with ASD, some sources have put forward alternatives – like different types of massages. These can be done by the parents at no cost and might even fair better than a weighted blanket in certain cases. In most cases, weighted blankets will be filled with plastic poly pellets, micro glass beads, steel shot beads or in some cases even sand or grain. We’d suggest steering clear of the organic fillings. As you'll soon see, weighted blankets with organic fillings tend to be a nightmare when it comes to keeping them clean.Some bedding brands offer free trial periods, 100 nights or the 120 nights available for Layla Weighted Blanket, which enable you to test the mattress before committing yourself. There is no harm in trying out models of different weights to see how heavy you want a weighted blanket to be if you prefer a blanket that is one or two pounds heavier than the recommended weight chart for weighted blanket. Otherwise, you should consult an expert before choosing a blanket that is much heavier than the recommended weight. Adults Azri, M.A.; Dahlan, A.; Masuri, G.M.; Anuar, K. Sleep quality among older persons in institutions. Procedia Soc. Behav. Sci. 2015, 234, 74–82. [ Google Scholar] [ CrossRef][ Green Version] A queen-size bed accommodates two sleeping partners very comfortably, and a 60 by 80 inches weighted blanket will fit the Queen Size bed flawlessly. It would be best to use a weighted blanket that is 56-62 inches wide by 72-80 inches long. However, if there is a big difference in the weight of both of your partners, then we suggest that you use two different blankets. Full Size To calculate the weight of a blanket for a couple, take 7.5 percent of your combined weight as the weighted blanket's weight. In terms of size, try to get one that just covers you both and isn't too big. Otherwise, the weight of the blanket will be spread over a greater area. Scientific support for using weighted blankets may be inconclusive, but there are studies that find deep pressure therapy to be helpful and beneficial in improving sleep and anxiety levels. According to a study conducted by Remy, out of 300 participants, 83% found the company’s blankets helped them sleep and 90% felt less stressed. How do I choose a weighted blanket?

To make sure you get the right weighted blanket for you, it is important to get one that is as close to the ideal weight as possible. If the weights are too different for a couple’s blanket, the calculator will provide a warning asking for each person to get their own weighted blanket. Folstein, M.F.; Folstein, S.E.; Mchugh, P.R. Mini-mental state. A practical method for grading the cognitive state of patients for the clinician. J. Psychiatr. Res. 1975, 12, 189–198. [ Google Scholar] [ CrossRef] For your convenience, we have prepared a weight chart according to the specific body weight range. It will definitely give you helpful guidance while getting the right weight of the weighted blanket. Take a look!! Body Weight (Kg) Lawton, M.P. Environment and other determinants of wellbeing in older people. Gerontologist 2018, 23, 349–357. [ Google Scholar] [ CrossRef] [ PubMed] There are a number of reasons that it is important for us all to get a good night of sleep and a weighted blanket can help with achieving this.

It is also ideal if you are simply looking to improve the quality of your sleep, or to use on the sofa if you want to relax after a tough day at work. Just like other forms of holistic healing, for example acupuncture, a person or patient can experience beneficial side effects from simple practices like deep touch pressure therapy. Holistic treatments can work to support those taking medicine for sleep, anxiety or even children in the family who have a problem when it comes to settling down to sleep.

Tanga, L.; Liub, W.; Yanga, Y.; Hana, W.; Li, K. Relationship between sleep and cognitive function in patients with heart failure: A systematic review. J. Psychosom. Res. 2020, 130, 109913. [ Google Scholar] [ CrossRef] [ PubMed] Novelli, M.P.C.M.; Nitrini, R.; Caramelli, P. Validation of the Brazilian version of the quality-of-life scale for patients with Alzheimer’s disease and their caregivers (QOL-AD). Aging Ment. Health 2010, 14, 624–631. [ Google Scholar] [ CrossRef] [ PubMed] Morrison, E.E. A review of research on the use of weighted vests with children on the autism spectrum. J. Autism Dev. Disord. 2007, 127, 323–327. [ Google Scholar] [ CrossRef] When it comes to the material of the weighted blanket itself, there are two things to take note of – the padding and the filling. Trusted Source Unsafe Infant Bedding Use Still Common | National Institutes of Health (NIH) Despite recommendations against the practice, many infants are still placed to sleep with bedding that increases the risk of suffocation and sudden infant death syndrome.Salzmann-Erikson, M.; Lagerqvist, L.; Pousette, S. Keep calm and have a good night: Nurses strategies to promote inpatients sleep in the hospital environment. Scand. J. Caring Sci. 2016, 30, 356–364. [ Google Scholar] [ CrossRef] [ PubMed]