Sweatland presents
The Reset Room
A full body nervous system reset
A 20 minute recovery experience that combines a crystaline PEMF mat, red light therapy, and bilateral vagus nerve stimulation. Designed to support relaxation, promote recovery, and help you feel more balanced.
*Booked as a 30 minute appointment. 20 minutes for your session and 10 minutes for prep, set and reset.
The experience
What is the Reset Room?
The Reset Room is Sweatland's dedicated 20 minute full body recovery experience that combines red and near infrared light therapy, PEMF, and Pulsetto vagus nerve stimulation. The goal is simple. A quiet, comfortable environment where you can pause, breathe, and experience three non invasive wellness modalities at once. Designed to help you shift out of fight or flight and into a calm, restorative state.
The Reset Room is a wellness experience, not a medical treatment. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Individual experiences vary. Please read the safety section before booking.
What is included
Three modalities, one room
Crystaline PEMF mat
- Low frequency electromagnetic pulses tuned to natural biological rhythms, from delta for deep rest to beta for lift.
- Seven natural crystals layered on the mat surface add thermal mass and a grounding, calm ambiance.
- Far infrared carbon fiber heat, adjustable from 95 to 167 degrees Fahrenheit, when you want extra warmth.
- Negative ion and photon options for a fuller reset experience.
Red and near infrared light
- Selected red and near infrared wavelengths interact with cellular processes, one proposed effect involving mitochondrial activity and ATP.
- Commonly used in wellness settings for skin support, recovery, and relaxation.
- Panel positioned at the approved distance for a gentle, comfortable exposure.
- Light blocking goggles offered on request.
Pulsetto FIT
- Wearable transcutaneous vagus nerve stimulator with gentle electrical pulses at the sides of the neck.
- Bilateral pulse technology engages both sides of the vagus pathway at once.
- Most people notice a mild tingling or pulsing sensation. We start low and adjust to comfortable.
- Marketed by the manufacturer as a general wellness product, not a medical device.
Aesthetic and ambiance
Our custom seven crystal mat
The therapeutic input on the mat comes from the electromagnetic pulses and the far infrared heat. The seven natural crystals layered on the surface are for thermal mass, aesthetic warmth, and the grounding experience many clients describe. Each crystal carries traditional wellness associations we honor, without making medical claims about them.
Our mat also offers PEMF frequencies tuned to natural brain wave ranges, from delta for deep rest, to theta for grounding, alpha for calm focus, and beta for a natural lift. Layer with far infrared heat and negative ions for an even deeper experience.
The science, honestly framed
Why vagus nerve stimulation matters
The vagus nerve is a major pathway in your autonomic nervous system, coordinating stress response, heart rhythm, breathing, and digestion. When stress runs high for too long, the nervous system can get stuck in sympathetic dominance, or fight or flight. Non invasive vagus nerve stimulation at the neck engages this pathway and has been studied for effects on heart rate variability and parasympathetic activation, the calmer, more restorative state your body needs to actually recover.
Research on the Pulsetto device has been associated with self reported improvements in relaxation, sleep, and mood over regular use. Bilateral stimulation studies have shown effects on cortisol, a biological marker of stress. These are wellness findings from consumer research on the device and non invasive vagus nerve stimulation broadly. They are not a promise of a specific outcome for any individual.
Findings reference published research on non invasive vagus nerve stimulation and the Pulsetto device. This is general wellness content, not medical advice. Individual results vary.
The payoff
How clients use the Reset Room
People come to the Reset Room for different reasons. These are the most common ways our members describe the experience. We do not promise any of these outcomes for any individual. What we can promise is a quiet, comfortable, non invasive room with three evidence supported and evidence emerging modalities running at once.
To slow down
A quiet 20 minutes designed to shift out of the day and into rest.
To support recovery
A gentle combined input for the body between workouts, travel, or heavy weeks.
To support sleep
Evening sessions used by clients preparing the nervous system for wind down.
To pair with sauna
Members often stack a Reset Room session with their infrared sauna visit.
To try something new
A calm, first time friendly way to experience PEMF, red light, and vagus nerve tech together.
To reset the week
A short, repeatable ritual that fits into a busy Austin calendar.
Your first visit
How your session flows
The five step flow every Reset Room visit follows.
Screen
A quick verbal safety check on health, implants, medications, and comfort.
Prep
Silence phone, remove electronics and loose jewelry, and get comfortable.
Set
Mat, red light panel, and Pulsetto positioned. Sensations explained.
Reset
Twenty minutes of quiet time. Staff nearby if you need anything.
Feedback
Brief check in on the way out. Hydration welcome. No promises made.
How to prepare
Come ready for the reset
Hydrate
Drink water before your session. Electrolytes are a plus.
Dress comfy
Wear clothes you can relax in. Sessions are clothed.
Remove electronics
No phone, smartwatch, or earbuds in the room.
Do not stack e stim
Do not use another electrical stimulation device the same day.
Recommended cadence
How often to book
Sessions per week
Our staff recommendation for cumulative benefit. Consistency matters more than intensity.
Safe daily maximum
One 20 minute session per day is considered a safe practice. Do not stack two Reset Rooms in a day.
Members often pair the Reset Room with sauna, red light, and GLOW facials for a layered weekly routine. New clients are welcome to try one session first before deciding on a cadence.
Layer it in
Stack the Reset Room with
Members build weekly routines by combining modalities. Here is how the Reset Room fits with the rest of what we offer at Sweatland.
Sauna Suite
A 30 minute lay down FAR infrared sauna. Pair before your Reset Room session for a heat plus recovery combination.
Explore the SuiteSauna Cabana
A 45 minute walk in full spectrum infrared sauna. Pair before your Reset Room session for a deeper heat plus recovery combination.
Explore the CabanaFull body red light
Twenty minutes of medical grade red light on our BIOMAX Platinum bed. Layered skin and cellular support.
Explore red lightPlease read first
Safety and contraindications
Do not book the Reset Room if any of these apply
The Reset Room combines electromagnetic, light, and gentle electrical nerve stimulation. Because it combines multiple modalities, we follow the most restrictive rule. If any of the following apply, please do not book the Reset Room, and reach out to our team so we can help find a modality that fits.
Please talk to our team before booking if
These situations do not automatically rule you out, but we want to know so we can guide you.
This is general wellness information and is not medical advice. If you are unsure, please consult your physician before your session. Staff at Sweatland do not diagnose conditions or interpret symptoms.
Answers
Reset Room FAQs
What is the Reset Room at Sweatland?
The Reset Room is a 20 minute full body recovery experience at Sweatland in Austin on South Lamar. It combines a seven crystal PEMF therapy mat, red and near infrared light therapy, and Pulsetto FIT bilateral vagus nerve stimulation. Designed to support relaxation, promote recovery, and help you feel more balanced.
How long is a Reset Room session?
Your session is 20 minutes. The appointment is booked as a 30 minute block so we have 10 minutes to prep, set, and reset the room between guests.
What is PEMF and what does a PEMF mat do?
PEMF stands for pulsed electromagnetic field. The mat delivers low frequency electromagnetic pulses tuned to natural biological rhythms and brainwave ranges. Our crystaline mat also includes seven natural crystals for thermal mass and ambiance, far infrared heat from 95 to 167 degrees Fahrenheit, and negative ion and photon options. PEMF is an evolving wellness technology; whole body mat research is developing.
What is Pulsetto and how does vagus nerve stimulation work?
Pulsetto FIT is a wearable device that uses gentle electrical pulses at the sides of the neck to engage the vagus nerve pathway. The vagus nerve is a major line between brain and body that helps regulate the stress response. Non invasive vagus nerve stimulation has been studied for effects on heart rate variability and parasympathetic activation. We always start on low intensity and adjust only to a comfortable, mild tingling sensation.
What is red and near infrared light therapy?
Photobiomodulation uses selected wavelengths of red and near infrared light that interact with cellular processes. One proposed effect involves mitochondrial activity and ATP production. Red light therapy has a strong published research base and is commonly used in wellness settings for skin support, recovery, and relaxation.
How often should I book the Reset Room?
Our staff recommendation for cumulative benefit is 2 to 3 sessions per week. One 20 minute session per day is considered a safe maximum. Consistency matters more than intensity. New clients are welcome to try one session first before deciding on a cadence.
Is the Reset Room HSA or FSA eligible?
Yes, Sweatland services may be eligible for HSA or FSA reimbursement depending on your provider and plan. We recommend checking with your HSA or FSA provider.
Do I need to remove my clothes?
No. Sessions are clothed. Wear something comfortable you can relax in. We do ask you to remove shoes, loose metal jewelry near the treatment area, and portable electronics like phone, smartwatch, and earbuds.
Can I use my phone during the session?
No. We ask you to silence your phone and store it away from the treatment area. This is both for the technology (metal and electronics can interact with the PEMF field) and for the experience (a phone free 20 minutes is part of the reset).
Will I feel the PEMF?
Maybe, maybe not. PEMF can be very subtle. Some people notice thermal warmth from the far infrared setting; some notice nothing at all. Not feeling a sensation does not mean it is not working. The Pulsetto is where most people notice sensation, a mild tingling or pulsing at the neck.
Who should not book the Reset Room?
Please do not book if you have a pacemaker, ICD, implanted neurostimulator, or defibrillator; metal hardware or device at or near the neck; are pregnant; have a seizure disorder or epilepsy; have a significant heart rhythm or cardiovascular condition; have active cancer or cancer in remission without medical clearance; have had recent neck or throat surgery; have open wounds or active skin infection at treatment areas; severe light sensitivity or use of photosensitizing medication; or nickel allergy for the Pulsetto electrodes. See the full safety section above.
Can I stack the Reset Room with a sauna or red light session?
Yes. Members frequently pair the Reset Room with a Suite sauna, standalone full body red light, or the GLOW LED facial. What you should not stack in the same day is another electrical stimulation device outside of Sweatland.
What if I feel dizzy, uncomfortable, or something feels wrong during my session?
Tell us right away. You never need to finish a session. Our staff will stop the modalities, help you sit or stand safely, and check on you. If you feel a mild sensation like warmth, tingling, or sleepiness, that is expected. Anything sharp, painful, or accompanied by dizziness, nausea, palpitations, shortness of breath, or a strong headache is a signal to stop.
Where is the Reset Room located?
At Sweatland, 215 South Lamar Blvd, Suite B, Austin, TX 78704, in South Austin near Zilker, Bouldin Creek, Travis Heights, and Downtown Austin. Free garage parking validated at booking.
What the science shows
Honest evidence tiers
Not every wellness modality has the same weight of research behind it. We think you deserve to know the difference. Here is how we categorize the three modalities in the Reset Room based on published science, not marketing.
Red and near infrared light
Photobiomodulation has a large peer reviewed research base for skin support, tissue recovery, and inflammation modulation. Mechanisms involving mitochondrial function and ATP production are well described.
- Skin health and collagen support
- Tissue recovery in athletes and post exercise
- General inflammation and circulation support
Vagus nerve stimulation
Non invasive vagus nerve stimulation has a growing peer reviewed base for autonomic regulation, heart rate variability, and stress response. Bilateral stimulation studies have shown effects on cortisol.
- Heart rate variability shifts
- Parasympathetic activation
- Self reported relaxation and sleep quality
Whole body PEMF mats
PEMF has documented effects in specific FDA cleared clinical uses like bone healing. Whole body wellness mats are a newer category. Research suggests cellular signaling effects and is actively developing. Protocols vary.
- Cellular signaling and relaxation
- General recovery and sleep support
- Evidence base is still expanding
Visit us
Nervous system recovery in South Austin
The Reset Room is at Sweatland, 215 South Lamar Blvd, Suite B, Austin, TX 78704, with free garage parking validated at booking. Easy to reach from South Lamar, Zilker, Bouldin Creek, Travis Heights, and Downtown Austin.
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Sources
Research references
- Kaniusas E and colleagues (2019). Current directions in the auricular vagus nerve stimulation: physiological background and clinical evidence. Frontiers in Neuroscience.
- Bretherton B and colleagues (2019). Effects of transcutaneous vagus nerve stimulation in individuals aged 55 years or above: potential benefits of daily stimulation. Aging.
- Hamblin MR (2017). Mechanisms and applications of the anti inflammatory effects of photobiomodulation. AIMS Biophysics.
- de Freitas LF and Hamblin MR (2016). Proposed mechanisms of photobiomodulation or low level light therapy. IEEE Journal of Selected Topics in Quantum Electronics.
- Yamada S and colleagues on PEMF cellular signaling effects. Multiple publications in cellular and rehabilitation medicine journals.
- Pulsetto published research and manufacturer study documentation available on request.
This is a wellness experience. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Individual results vary. Always consult your physician about medical conditions.
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Twenty minutes to slow down, support recovery, and give your nervous system a quiet, layered reset.
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