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Experience Deep Relaxation & Better Sleep Naturally With CalmCarry

In this article, we will explain how CalmCarry works as a handheld device to deliver microcurrents to the PC8 point in the palm of the hand, resulting in stimulation of the vagus nerve and balancing the body's electrical system, which reduces anxiety and promotes better sleep.

CalmCarry uses scientifically backed Cranial Electrotherapy Stimulation (CES) to reduce stress, improve sleep, and enhance well-being anytime, anywhere.

The device works by delivering gentle low-frequency microcurrent pulses that stimulate the nervous system, helping to regulate brainwave activity and neurotransmitters responsible for stress relief and sleep regulation.

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How Does CalmCarry Work & How Should It Feel in Your Hand?

CalmCarry works by delivering gentle micro-pulses to your PC8 acupressure point, an important area in the palm that has been used in traditional practices for over 1,000 years. This point is directly connected to your body’s electrical system, which plays a crucial role in regulating stress, relaxation, and overall well-being.

How Should It Feel?

When using CalmCarry, you may feel small electrical pulses in your hand—this is completely normal.

At the lowest setting, the pulses are so gentle that most people won't feel anything at all, but the device is still working.

At the highest setting, the pulses will be much stronger and more noticeable.

You should adjust the intensity to your comfort level—choose a setting that feels right for you.

Your Body's Electrical System

Our bodies operate through intricate electrical signaling networks that control everything from mood to sleep and stress responses. Every thought, feeling, and function depends on these bioelectrical patterns:

Neural Communication: Your nervous system sends information using electrical impulses.

Autonomic Balance: Your body maintains equilibrium between stress and relaxation through electrical regulation.

Cellular Signaling: Electrical potential at the cellular level helps regulate essential functions.

When stress, anxiety, or sleep difficulties arise, these electrical patterns can become disrupted. CalmCarry helps restore balance by supporting your body's natural electrical rhythm, promoting relaxation, reducing stress, and improving sleep.

How to Use CalmCarry Correctly?

The PC8 point (also known as the "Lao Gong" point) is a specific location in the center of your palm that has been recognized in traditional Chinese practices for over 1000 years. This important point is found where the tip of your middle finger naturally touches your palm when you make a light fist.

In traditional Chinese medicine, the PC8 point is considered a powerful gateway to natural relaxation and balance. It's believed to connect to pathways that influence your body's stress response and calm systems. When this point is gently stimulated, it can help promote a sense of overall wellbeing.

Modern research suggests the PC8 point has connections to nerve pathways that influence your body's natural relaxation response. This explains why gentle stimulation of this point can create a calming effect that seems to spread throughout your entire body.

CalmCarry works by delivering soft, soothing pulses to this specific point, helping to activate your body's own natural calming abilities for better sleep and reduced anxiety.

Left Hand vs. Right Hand: Different Benefits

What makes CalmCarry especially unique is how it works differently depending on which hand you use it in. This is based on the fascinating connection between your hands and brain hemispheres.

When used in your left hand, CalmCarry helps promote Alpha and Theta brainwaves associated with relaxation and sleep readiness. The left hand connects to the right hemisphere of your brain - the area responsible for emotions and creativity. This creates the perfect pathway for calming signals, making left-hand use ideal for evening relaxation, sleep support, and anxiety relief.

When used in your right hand, CalmCarry supports focus while still maintaining calm. The right hand connects to the left hemisphere of your brain - the area responsible for logic and analytical thinking. This creates an ideal path for balanced alertness, making right-hand use perfect for daytime use when you need to stay both focused and calm, such as during work or study.

By understanding this hand-brain connection, you can choose which hand to use based on your specific needs throughout the day - relaxation and sleep support with the left hand, or focused calm with the right.

To get started using your CalmCarry device, follow these steps:

To get started using your CalmCarry device, follow these steps:

  • icon Place your hand palm-up.
  • icon Make a light fist, and notice where the tip of our middle finger naturally touches your palm.
  • icon That spot is the PC8 point-the ideal location or CalmCarry to stimulate relaxation.
Step-by-Step Guide to Using CalmCarry

Turn on the device by holding down the power button for 5 seconds.

Step 1

Start at the lowest intensity by pressing the minus (-) button.

Step 2

Find the PC8 point—make a light fist and note where the tip of your middle finger touches your palm.

Step 3

Place CalmCarry on the PC8 point, with the metal part facing down:

Left hand → for anxiety and insomnia relief

Right hand → for increased focus and mental clarity

Step 4

Adjust the pulse intensity gradually until you find a comfortable level. Allow the device to work as you get used to it, and over time, you’ll start to feel the benefits.

Step 5

Tip: If you are using it to improve sleep, try using CalmCarry 30 minutes before bedtime in a quiet, dimly lit environment.

Watch the Demonstration Video: How to Use CalmCarry

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The Vagus Nerve Connection

The PC8 point in your palm has fascinating connections to your vagus nerve, one of the most important pathways in your parasympathetic nervous system (your body's "rest and digest" system).

When CalmCarry stimulates the PC8 point, it creates a cascade effect:

Initial Stimulation: Gentle micro-pulses activate peripheral nerve endings in your palm

Neural Pathway Activation: This stimulation travels through afferent nerve pathways

Vagus Nerve Influence: These signals ultimately influence vagal tone

Parasympathetic Response: Your body's natural relaxation system activates

Regulatory Effect: Heart rate variability improves, stress hormones decrease, and relaxation increases

This explains why many users report feeling a wave of calm spreading from their hand throughout their entire body when using CalmCarry.

Neurotransmitter Modulation

Beyond electrical patterns, CalmCarry's stimulation influences your body's chemical messengers:

Serotonin: Essential for mood regulation and sleep cycle control

GABA: Your brain's natural calming agent

Endorphins: Natural feel-good compounds that promote wellbeing

Melatonin: Sleep-regulating hormone that helps establish healthy sleep cycles

The stimulation of specific neural pathways helps normalize these neurotransmitter levels, creating a more balanced internal environment conducive to relaxation and sleep.

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Reducing Overactive Beta (β) Waves

High Beta wave activity can lead to stress, anxiety, and difficulty falling asleep. CES helps to reduce excessive Beta waves, shifting the brain into a more relaxed state.

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Increasing Alpha (α) Waves

Alpha waves (8–13 Hz) are associated with a calm and relaxed mind. Studies suggest that CES can enhance Alpha wave activity, making it easier to unwind.

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Promoting Theta (θ) and Delta (δ) Waves

High Beta wave activity can lead to stress, anxiety, and difficulty falling asleep. CES helps to reduce excessive Beta waves, shifting the brain into a more relaxed stateTheta waves (4–7 Hz) and Delta waves (0.5–3.5 Hz) are essential for deep relaxation and restorative sleep. CES has been shown to support the brain’s ability to transition into these sleep-promoting frequencies.

Brainwave Entrainment and Regulation

CalmCarry's micro-pulses also help promote beneficial brainwave patterns:

Delta (δ) Waves

0.5–3.5 Hz

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Deep sleep unconsciousness restorative rest

Theta (θ) Waves

04–07 Hz

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Light sleep deep relaxation meditative state

Alpha (α) Waves

08–13 Hz

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Calm relaxed peaceful state

Beta (β) Waves

14–30 Hz

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Alertness focus stress anxiety

Gamma (γ) Waves

30+ Hz

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High-level cognitive function peak focus

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Why Choose CalmCarry?

Non-invasive & Drug-Free
Non-invasive & Drug-Free

A natural way to relax without relying on pills or supplements.

Non-invasive & Drug-Free
Supports Brainwave Balance

Helps shift the brain into a calmer state by enhancing Alpha and Theta waves.

Non-invasive & Drug-Free
Compact & Portable

Can be used anywhere, whether at home, work, or while traveling.

Non-invasive & Drug-Free
Supports Brainwave Balance

Helps shift the brain into a calmer state by enhancing Alpha and Theta waves.

We Are Glowco

At Glowco, since 2015, our mission has been clear - improving lives by addressing common issues like insomnia, anxiety, and stress. We're committed to natural solutions that promote overall well-being.

With over 10 years of development and the trust of thousands of satisfied customers, our leading products, Calmcarry and the Calmy weighted blanket, are here to make your life better.