Float Therapy and How It Works

The Pods are there! If you're up on all the biohacking trends, science reviews and wellness chatter, you know what this means! These tanks (commonly called sensory-depravation float tanks) are filled with magnesium salt and will likely be the biggest attraction at Soliflo. We've been planning their safe arrival for months. They arrived last week... just in time for [massive] Easter egg hunts.

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One of the two tanks at Soliflo used for salt therapy floating

Float therapy offers a long list of benefits such as relaxation, mental clarity. Curiosity around exploring it as a form of biohacking to improve your physical and mental well-being abounds. But what exactly is float therapy, and how do the tanks work? We're here to break down the essentials in a clear, practical way.

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First Off: What Is Float Therapy?

Float therapy involves spending time in a specially designed tank filled with water saturated with Epsom salt. The high salt concentration allows you to float effortlessly on the surface--really! The tank is dark with some soundproofing, creating an environment of reduced stimuli. This calm along with the feeling of weightlessness helps the mind and body enter a deeply relaxed state, feeling held and ready to heal.

People use float therapy to reduce stress, ease muscle tension, and improve sleep quality. Some also explore it as a biohacking tool to enhance creativity and mental focus.

The experience typically lasts from 60 to 90 minutes, during which the body feels unbound, and the mind can rest or enter meditative states.

How Do Float Tanks Work?

Float tanks are designed to create an environment that supports sensory deprivation and effortless floating. Here’s how they function:

Water and Salt Solution

The tank contains about 10 inches of water mixed with roughly 800 pounds of Epsom salt (magnesium sulfate). This high salt concentration increases water density, making the body to float without effort.

Temperature Control

The water temperature is kept close to skin temperature, around 93.5°F (34.2°C). This minimizes the sensation of water touching the skin, enhancing the feeling of floating in air.

Light and Sound Isolation

The tank is sealed to block out light and sound. This sensory isolation helps the brain reduce external distractions, promoting deep relaxation and mental clarity.

Filtration and Hygiene

Modern float tanks have advanced filtration systems that clean and sanitize the water between sessions. This ensures a safe and hygienic experience for every user.

Benefits of Float Therapy for Wellness and Biohacking

Many users report several benefits from regular float therapy sessions, which align with wellness and biohacking goals:

Stress Reduction

The sensory deprivation and weightlessness help lower cortisol levels, reducing stress and anxiety.

Muscle Recovery  

Magnesium from the Epsom salt can absorb through the skin, aiding muscle relaxation and recovery after exercise.

Improved Sleep  

Floating can reset the nervous system, making it easier to fall asleep and improving sleep quality.

Mental Clarity and Creativity  

The quiet, distraction-free environment encourages mindfulness and can boost creative thinking.

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