Weighted blankets: studies and results
Babies are soothed when swaddled. Animals cuddle up. The common thread: security lulls them to sleep. Several studies have evaluated the effectiveness of weighted blankets. Here are the results (they really work).
83%
fall asleep more easily
63%
reduce stress and anxiety
30%
produce more melatonin
26x more
chance of reducing insomnia
Source: Health.com (2024), Journal of Sleep Medicine and Disorders (2015), SAGE Journals (2024), Sleep Med (2020), MC Psychiatry (2024), Journal of Sleep Research (2022)
Sleep cannot be commanded. It is triggered.
The physical signal your body is waiting for is weight. This weight tells your brain: “Relax.” That’s what the Napoon weighted blanket does.
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SCIENTIFIC STUDIES
Benefits validated by science
1. Improved sleep
1. One study has shown that weighted blankets can improve sleep quality and mood by providing a feeling of comfort and security, although results vary between individuals.
Source: Health.com, 2024
2. A qualitative study revealed that frail elderly people living in nursing homes experienced improved sleep when using weighted blankets, with faster sleep onset and fewer nighttime interruptions. Source: Telhede EH et al., SAGE Journals, 2024
3. A randomized controlled trial showed that using weighted blankets for one month improves sleep quality in adults with insomnia, reducing nighttime awakenings and improving overall well-being.
Source: BMC Psychiatry, 2024
2. Anxiety reduction
1. The deep pressure exerted by a weighted blanket can calm the body and alleviate anxiety.
Source: Am J Occup Ther, 1987
2. Patients receiving chemotherapy experienced a reduction in anxiety when using a weighted blanket during treatment.
Source: Clin J Oncol Nurs, 2020
3. Reduction of insomnia
1. The use of a weighted blanket improved sleep quality, reduced nighttime activity and facilitated falling asleep in participants suffering from insomnia.
Source: Journal of Sleep Medicine and Disorders, 2015
2. Weighted blankets have proven effective in treating insomnia in patients with psychiatric disorders, also improving daytime symptoms.
Source: J Clin Sleep Med. 2020
3. A Swedish study indicated that patients using a weighted blanket were almost 26 times more likely to halve the severity of their insomnia compared to the control group.
Source: Aasm, 2020
4. Increase in melatonin
1. The use of a weighted blanket leads to a significant increase in salivary melatonin concentration before bedtime, suggesting a beneficial effect on falling asleep.
Source: J Sleep Res, 2023
2. Researchers at Uppsala University found that using a weighted blanket at bedtime increases melatonin levels by 30% in young adults, promoting restful sleep.
Source: Meth E. et al., Journal of Sleep Research, 2022
The experts' advice.
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The experts' advice.
On topics that touch your health, we let the experts speak. We have selected doctors, therapists and specialists who will help you better understand your sleep. Because sleeping well is something you learn.
A dream come true!
The blanket is beautiful, which is important. I tried to lie down under it at 7:30 pm. Bad idea, because the relaxation was immediate and I didn't want to get up. A really great product.
Concrete results
Deeper sleep, reduced nighttime awakenings, general well-being, better mood... These are the benefits targeted from the very first nights.
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Frequently Asked Questions.
What is a weighted blanket ?
A weighted blanket is heavier than traditional blankets or throws. It applies gentle, even pressure to your body, similar to a prolonged hug. This pressure activates your parasympathetic nervous system, reducing stress and promoting deeper sleep, without medication. ➞Learn more
What are the benefits?
- Improved sleep: Drift into deep, restorative sleep
- Reduced anxiety: Gentle pressure naturally promotes relaxation
- Calmed nervous system: A reduction in anxiety
- Safety and comfort: An enveloping, protective feeling
- Muscle relaxation: Deep release of tense muscles
What's the scientific mechanism?
The principle relies on deep pressure stimulation. When you slip under a Napoon blanket:
- The weight activates pressure receptors located across your body
- These receptors send calming signals to your nervous system
- Your body naturally slows its heart rate and breathing
- Your brain begins producing less cortisol (the stress hormone)
- This physiological cascade creates a natural feeling of calm and safety, helping you fall asleep.
It's a genuine dialogue between your brain and your skin. It's like getting a massage over your whole body, without going to a massage studio.
