Silentnight Kids Weighted Blanket - Anxiety Relief Therapy Blanket for Children - Kids Sensory Heavy Quilted Wellbeing Blankets, 3 kg (kids), Grey, 100 x 150 cm

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Before using the blanket for the first time, you will have to attach the cover, which can be a bit fiddly since it involves turning the cover inside out, securing a number of ties before turning the cover the right way round again. There is some evidence that weighted blankets may prove useful in helping some children with ADHD who have difficulty sleeping. This is especially true for people with conditions that affect breathing because a blanket that is too heavy can restrict airflow and make breathing more difficult.

They're used to treat insomnia, or the inability to sleep, in people with serious psychiatric conditions. The use of weighted blankets may be a strategy when treating other health conditions, including chronic pain and fibromyalgia. For those who need the blanket for sensory relief, the dimpled pattern on the removable cover adds another soft sensory element too. Because the warmer cover is removable, the blanket needs to be tied to the cover to stop it from sliding around or falling to one side; the ties are located in all four corners and on all four edges, so it can be quite a mission to attach.Thick flannel or fleece blankets are good for the winter months, for instance, whereas other weighted blankets are made from cooler, more breathable fabrics such as cotton or linen. Most weighted blankets weigh between 5 and 30 pounds, significantly heavier than most comforters and duvets.

A 2021 study, based on interviews with 24 parents of children who used weighted blankets for 16 weeks, found positive results. That was the finding of a systematic literature review of eight studies that evaluated the evidence. You may have also heard that weighted blankets are a good choice for those with autism; some experts believe they can provide a sensory experience beneficial for regulating emotional responses and behaviour. While it’s also available in a smaller size and weight, we would only recommend it for use by adults.Sleepers should not interpret these estimates as an exact science, as what feels right to one person may not feel right to another. Weighted blankets are designed to apply gentle pressure to your body when you are sleeping or curled up snugly. That’s why the Blyss weighted blanket is great: it comes with a warm polyester winter cover that’s machine washable, while the weighted blanket itself is made from cotton, which is a much more breathable material.

This appears to bring benefits to people with mental health conditions or agitation, as with dementia. You may also find that the material and fill of the blanket play a role in how comfortable it feels and how hot it sleeps. This weight recommendation is however only a guide, please consult an Occupational Therapist or Health Professional. Among them are people living with chronic pain, cancer patients under treatment with chemotherapy, and seniors living in care facilities. Society has a sleep problem, but the best weighted blankets may help you nod off at night as well as relax during the day.To be effective, a weighted blanket needs to provide enough pressure to have a calming effect, without providing so much pressure that the user feels trapped or uncomfortable. We cannot be held responsible for any misuse of items where physical force has been used to damage the product or where it had been used in a manner that it was not designed for.

For most people, weighted blankets are completely safe to use, but there are a few groups who should be more cautious.Thanks to its width – it’s around 10cm wider than a typical single duvet – you can use it either on a single bed or spread across a double or king. Examining the Use of Deep Touch Pressure to Improve the Educational Performance of Students With Disabilities: A Meta-Analysis. Verywell Health uses only high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Weighted blankets, also known as gravity blankets, have been used for years by mental health professionals as a form of pressure therapy, often to relieve anxiety. Even for people who do not suffer from severe medical conditions, a weighted blanket may be too constricting and make them feel claustrophobic.