Six reasons why flotation is good for you

As Point Zero flotation centre opens its doors in Dubai, we tell you why you should give it a try.

Penny Brewer, the director of Point Zero Floatation Center, demonstrates flotation therapy. Sammy Dallal / The National

Deep relaxation

It is difficult for most of us to find enough leisure time in today's hectic world. Even when you're lying on the bed enjoying a deep-tissue massage, your mind still wanders to the rest of the things you could have been doing with that hour (you know it's true). The float pod, filled with water and heated between 34.8°C to 35.2°C, takes relaxation to a whole new level: it forces you to be patient and, after about 20 minutes, you find yourself really letting go – utter bliss.

Sensory deprivation

Brain rejuvenation

Relief from muscle and joint pain

Magnesium absorption

Increased endorphins

Point Zero is in Sky Gardens Tower, Dubai International Financial Centre, Dubai (04 457 9991); and on 12th Street in Abu Dhabi (02 445 5775). Float pod treatments cost from Dh350 for 60 minutes to Dh490 for 120 minutes. Packages and group flotation sessions are also available; prices vary. Email pointzerofloatation.com or visit www.pointzerofloatation.com for more details