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Balance: A Dizzying Journey Through The Science Of Our Most Delicate Sense
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Some Lowfrequency Soundssuch As Noise From Storms Or Truck Enginescan Make You Feel Dizzy And Nauseated. An Index Fingers Light Touch Can Stop People From Losing Balance. You Are More Prone To Trip When You Think Someone Is Watching You. A Breakthrough In Improving Balance As We Age Might Just Come Through The Study Of The Achilles Tendon. A Person Gets Falling Down Drunk Due To A Tiny Structure In The Inner Ear That Floats When It Becomes Soaked In Alcohol.These And Other Surprising And Useful Nuggets Of Information Can Be Found In This Lively, 360Degree Exploration Of Our Bodys Most Intricate, Overlooked Sensebalance. Readers Follow Awardwinning Science And Health Writer Carol Svec Through Various Facilities As She Talks With Leading Scientists Doing Stateoftheart Balance Research. Svec Translates Their Most Fascinating Findings For The Layperson In A Way That Is Highly Entertaining And Broadly Accessible. She Showcases The Coolest Gadgets Used By Researchers As She Grills An Egg In A Virtual Kitchen, Has Her Senses Fooled By A Mannequin Named Hans In A Tumbling Room, Survives The Vominator Without Losing Her Lunch, And Experiences Drunken Dizziness Inside A Police Muster Room. Along The Way She Cites Case Studies Of People Whose Lives Are Affected By Balance Dysfunction; Explains How Balance Research Is Being Applied Today To Help Those Who Are Ill, Elderly, Disabled, Or Simply Prone To Motion Sickness; And Provides A Glimpse At What Ingenious, Potentially Lifechanging Advances May Be Coming Down The Road.Whether You Have A Balance Disorder Or Care About Someone Who Does, Are An Athlete Or Performer Whose Livelihood Depends On Balance, Or Just Love Accessible, Pageturning Popular Science, Youll Be Enlightened And Entertained By This Appreciation Of Our Complex Supersense.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Balance: A Dizzying Journey Through the Science of Our Most Delicate Sense'? A: The book explores the science of balance, discussing its intricacies, the impact of various factors on balance, and notable research findings related to balance dysfunction.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Carol Svec, an award-winning science and health writer.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 288 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on September 1, 2017.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone with a balance disorder? A: Yes, the book provides insights and information that can be beneficial for individuals with balance disorders or those interested in the topic.
- Q: Does the book include any practical applications of balance research? A: Yes, it discusses how balance research is being applied to help those who are ill, elderly, disabled, or prone to motion sickness.
- Q: What kind of writing style can readers expect from this book? A: Readers can expect an entertaining and accessible writing style that translates complex scientific findings into layperson's terms.
- Q: Are there any case studies included in the book? A: Yes, the book cites case studies of individuals whose lives are affected by balance dysfunction.
- Q: Is there any specific audience that would benefit from reading this book? A: The book is beneficial for anyone interested in balance, including those with balance disorders, athletes, performers, and fans of popular science.