TED-Ed: What would happen if you lost your sense of touch? | Antonio Cataldo

The video discusses Waterman's rare neurological condition, deaffrontation, which left him unable to feel or move from the neck down. He adapted by using sight to regain control of his body. The somatosensory system, which includes touch, pain, temperature, and proprioception, is explained. Various receptors in the body process these sensations and send signals to the brain. Disruptions in this system can lead to disorders with significant impacts, such as touch starvation. Despite challenges, individuals find ways to adapt, highlighting the importance of these sensations in daily life.

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