Some preliminary studies suggest that the device may activate the parasympathetic nervous system, leading to feelings of relaxation.
Controlled double-blind studies by researchers like Müschenich and Gebauer reported a rise in core body temperature (up to 1°C), increased skin temperature, and an increased heart rate in subjects using an accumulator.
One study noted a trend toward increased DHEA levels and a reduction in free radicals in subjects using orgone blankets, though these results did not reach statistical significance.