Vol. 1 No. 12 (2021)
Health Technology Reviews

Floatation Therapy for Mental Health Conditions

Published December 13, 2021

Key Messages

  • Limited evidence from 2 randomized controlled trials suggested that floatation with restricted environmental stimulation therapy may provide some potential benefits in reducing anxiety and improving many of the symptoms associated with anxiety, including muscle tension, blood pressure, difficulties in emotion regulation, sleep difficulties, and depression, in individuals with anxiety disorders.
  • Both trials reported no serious adverse events or negative side effects associated with the floatation therapy.
  • No evidence was found on the cost-effectiveness of floatation therapy for the treatment of mental health conditions.
  • No evidence-based guidelines with recommendations regarding the use of floatation therapy for the treatment of mental health conditions were identified.