Weighted blankets prescribed, number of

Number of weighted blankets prescribed (prescribing is an action to provide a person with aids). Weighted blanket is an alternative measure for people with dementia, behavioural and mental symptoms, as well as sleep disorders. Weighted blankets (ball or chain cover) are used to relieve anxiety and difficulty sleeping. The quilt has sewn balls or chains, which can be experienced both soothing, because the weight stimulates the central nervous system, as well as destressing, because it provides tactile stimulation for the body. Weighted blankets can also be experienced to provide a sense of security as they clarify the body’s boundaries. ISO code: 042718.

本数据集统计加重毯（weighted blanket）的开具数量，其中开具指为使用者配备辅助器具的操作。加重毯是针对痴呆、行为与精神症状及睡眠障碍人群的替代干预措施。内置球型或链型配重的加重毯可用于缓解焦虑与睡眠困难。该类毯具缝有球型或链状配重，使用者可感知其双重功效：一是通过重量刺激中枢神经系统发挥舒缓作用，二是通过为身体提供触觉刺激以缓解压力。此外，加重毯还可帮助使用者获得安全感，因其能明确身体的边界感知。国际标准化组织代码（ISO code）：042718。