November 18, 2019
NEW NON DRUG PRODUCT TO HELP WITH PTSD
Jack Kemp
As for the new PTSD product, I'm jumping the gun a
bit here. I just got a 20 lb. weighted blanket (made with small glass
beads inside) from the Luna Co. (and Amazon) today and slept under it
for over an hour this afternoon. I will have to give you both a fuller
report in two weeks. This product has been scientifically evaluated by
Harvard and the U. of Massachusetts-Amherst) as an aid in sleeping well,
increasing both serotonin and melatonin levels and lowering cortisol
levels. Cortisol, as you know, is the flight-or-fight hormone that is
elevated in people with PTSD. These claims come from the Luna Blanket
Co. literature which means they can get into a lot of economic trouble
with the Federal Trade Commission if they were to print false
advertising claims concerning their blanket.
Here is some more of the company's claims from their website page on How It Works:
The Luna Weighted Blanket aims to
utilize "Deep Pressure Touch Stimulation†(DTPS) to release serotonin
and melatonin, reduce movement while asleep, and provide an overall
calming effect to help achieve a deeper and better night’s sleep. The
pressure of the blanket gives the feeling of being hugged or swaddled
and a sense of warmth and safety.
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Serotonin & Melatonin
Researchers have found that the body’s
serotonin and melatonin levels increase upon certain pressure triggers
on the body. The release of serotonin and melatonin can help regulate
mood and provide a relaxing and calming effect. |
Who can benefit from the Luna Weighted Blanket?
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Adults and children who suffer from:
- ADD/ADHD
- Sleep Disorder/Insomnia
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Nervous System Disorders
- Asperger and Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Restless Leg Syndrome |
The Luna Weighted Blanket aims to
utilize "Deep Pressure Touch Stimulation†(DTPS) to release serotonin
and melatonin, reduce movement while asleep, and provide an overall
calming effect to help achieve a deeper and better night’s sleep. The
pressure of the blanket gives the feeling of being hugged or swaddled
and a sense of warmth and safety.
|
Serotonin & Melatonin
Researchers have found that the body’s
serotonin and melatonin levels increase upon certain pressure triggers
on the body. The release of serotonin and melatonin can help regulate
mood and provide a relaxing and calming effect. |
Who can benefit from the Luna Weighted Blanket?
|
Adults and children who suffer from:
- ADD/ADHD
- Sleep Disorder/Insomnia
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Nervous System Disorders
- Asperger and Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Restless Leg Syndrome |
END OF WEBSITE QUOTE
To repeat myself, something stated in product
advertising is subject to many more legal tests and hurdles than an
article written online or in some magazine. An online article can print a
retraction and apology for an inaccurate statement. A retail company
making health claims can potentially lose their customer base and pay a
large fine or worse.
I see this blanket as being potentially helpful for
some military veteran who too agitated and nervous to (literally) sleep
beside his or her spouse or other companion. They will not going to be
afraid of choking or pulling a weapon on this inanimate object - a heavy
blanket.
This drug free item is becoming a very popular
civilian product with many good reviews on Amazon. It supposedly takes
up to seven days to get used to such a heavy blanket but I found myself
getting used to it after 45 minutes and then falling asleep for an
afternoon nap. For a Queen Size bed, this thing cost $70 on Amazon.com.
As I said before, I will be trying this blanket for
two weeks before I give you a follow up report. I believe this item
lives up to its advertising claims.
Posted by: Timothy Birdnow at
11:22 AM
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One of the effects of Parkinson's Disease is inability to maintain sleep. I can tell you from 12 years of experience that sleeping under a heavy blanket makes a profound difference. I fall asleep more easily, wake up far less often, and wake up in the morning much more alert and refreshed. That difference has been continuous and undiminished for the 12 years since I discovered it after my insomnia was diagnosed as being due to Parkinson's.
Posted by: Bill H at November 18, 2019 12:47 PM (vMiSr)
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Keep us updated on this Jack; I want to know how it is doing for you!
I hope all is well with you; since my e-mails have all died I haven't been in touch.
I hope all is well with you; since my e-mails have all died I haven't been in touch.
Posted by: Timothy Birdnow at November 19, 2019 07:17 AM (RRum6)
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I didn't know Parkinson's causes insomnia, Bill. Sounds like that is the gift that just keeps giving...
Posted by: Timothy Birdnow at November 19, 2019 07:18 AM (RRum6)
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Meh. It is what it is. I have a great neurologist and he keeps it under control for me. It's a nuisance, and sometimes uncomfortable. My wife is a cancer survivor and I am in awe of her positive and cheerful attitude.
Posted by: Bill H at November 19, 2019 10:42 AM (vMiSr)
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I should add that we're a good team.
Posted by: Bill H at November 19, 2019 10:44 AM (vMiSr)
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Yeah; you have to live with it. Glad you have a good, supportive wife!
Posted by: Timothy Birdnow at November 19, 2019 10:48 AM (RRum6)
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