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Float therapy, contrast therapy, and halotherapy are alternative wellness practices that offer significant physiological benefits.


The Physiology of Contrast Therapy: What’s Really Happening in Your Body
Contrast therapy—alternating between hot and cold temperatures—is more than a wellness trend. It’s a time-tested technique that taps into...

Rebecca Nolan Harris, PhD
Jun 43 min read
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Float Therapy During Pregnancy: A Scientific Perspective on Benefits and Safety
Float therapy, also known as sensory deprivation or isolation tank therapy, involves lying in a specialized tank filled with warm water...

Rebecca Nolan Harris, PhD
Jun 32 min read
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Understanding Stress: How Alternative Therapies Can Restore Balance
Holistic alternative therapies can restore balance during stressful times. In today's fast-paced world, stress has become a familiar...

Rebecca Nolan Harris, PhD
Jun 23 min read
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Float Therapy: The Secret Weapon for ECU Athletes' Peak Performance and Recovery
At East Carolina University (ECU), where athletic excellence is paramount, student-athletes are continually seeking methods to enhance...

Rebecca Nolan Harris, PhD
Jun 13 min read
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Did You Know Professional Athletes Use Float Therapy as Part of Their Wellness Routine?
In the world of professional sports, where milliseconds and millimeters can separate champions from contenders, every edge counts. That’s...

Rebecca Nolan Harris, PhD
May 223 min read
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Magnesium & Float Therapy: Why Your Body Loves Floating
If you've ever floated—or even just dipped your toes in Epsom salts—you may have heard that magnesium plays a big role in the benefits of...

Rebecca Nolan Harris, PhD
May 142 min read
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Float Therapy and Brain Waves: What Really Happens in Your Mind During a Float Session
Float Therapy and Brain Waves: What Really Happens in Your Mind During a Float Session Have you ever wondered why you feel so calm,...

Rebecca Nolan Harris, PhD
May 123 min read
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The Mechanisms of Halotherapy on a Cellular Level
Halotherapy works through several physiological mechanisms, primarily targeting the respiratory system, immune function, and skin health.

Rebecca Nolan Harris, PhD
Apr 143 min read
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The Science of Vasodilation and Vasoconstriction in Recovery: The Role of Contrast Therapy
This blog explores the science behind vasodilation and vasoconstriction, emphasizing their roles in recovery with contrast therapy.

Rebecca Nolan Harris, PhD
Apr 133 min read
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Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS)
A study demonstrated that a one-hour session of floatation-REST significantly alleviated muscle soreness post high-intensity exercise.

Rebecca Nolan Harris, PhD
Apr 123 min read
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The Benefits of Float Therapy & Contrast Therapy for Athlete Performance and Recovery
Float therapy and contrast therapy are powerful tools for athletes seeking to optimize performance and enhance recovery.

Rebecca Nolan Harris, PhD
Apr 112 min read
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Calcium & Magnesium Antagonism in the Nervous System
Calcium and magnesium are essential minerals that play opposing roles in nerve signal transmission, ensuring proper nervous system function.

Rebecca Nolan Harris, PhD
Apr 101 min read
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The Benefits of Float Therapy: Unlocking Relaxation and Recovery
The Benefits of Float Therapy

Rebecca Nolan Harris, PhD
Apr 93 min read
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The Vital Role of Magnesium in Human Health
Magnesium is an essential mineral that plays a pivotal role in numerous physiological processes within the human body.

Rebecca Nolan Harris, PhD
Apr 82 min read
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Cold Plunge Therapy: A Science-Backed Approach to Reducing Inflammation
Explore the physiological mechanisms behind cold plunges, optimal temperature and session duration, frequency of use.

Rebecca Nolan Harris, PhD
Apr 72 min read
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Comparing Infrared & Traditional Sauna
Infrared saunas and traditional saunas differ primarily in their methods of heat delivery, operating temperatures, and effects induced.

Rebecca Nolan Harris, PhD
Apr 62 min read
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The Physiology of Halotherapy (Inhalation Salt Therapy)
Let’s explore the mechanisms behind halotherapy and how it interacts with the body to promote health and relaxation.

Rebecca Nolan Harris, PhD
Apr 52 min read
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Magnesium: The secret behind the benefits of float therapy.
Magnesium is one of the most essential minerals in the human body, playing a critical role in over 300 biochemical reactions.

Rebecca Nolan Harris, PhD
Apr 42 min read
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Your Float Therapy Questions Answered!
Ever wondered why athletes, busy professionals, and wellness enthusiasts swear by float therapy?

Rebecca Nolan Harris, PhD
Apr 32 min read
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Physiological Benefits of Cold Plunge (Cold Water Immersion, CWI)
Cold plunge therapy, or cold water immersion (CWI), involves immersing the body in cold water, typically between 10°C to 15°C (50°F to 59°F)

Rebecca Nolan Harris, PhD
Apr 32 min read
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