SciShow
We Don’t Know Why Astronauts Get Motion Sick
A majority of modern astronauts experience any one of a suite of symptoms scientists collectively call Space Motion Sickness, or SMS. But despite knowing about it for nearly as long as humans have gone into space, we still don't know...
Be Smart
Why Getting Dizzy is Kinda Like Temporary Brain Damage
We’ve all gotten dizzy before… but have you ever gotten WEIRD DIZZY? I teamed up with Vanessa Hill from BrainCrat to answer the question “why do we get dizzy?” and in the process we learned about some very strange and hilarious ways to...
SciShow
This Neuron Helps People Walk Again | SciShow News
There’s been some big news in neuron science this week as individuals suffering paralysis regain mobility and music might have a secret that gets us to dance.
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: The mystery of motion sickness - Rose Eveleth
Although one third of the population suffers from motion sickness, scientists aren't exactly sure what causes it. Like the common cold, it's a seemingly simple problem that's still without a cure. And if you think it's bad on a long...
SciShow
Why Up Matters to Your Brain
Gravity may be doing a lot more than just keeping us planted on the Earth. Scientists are learning that it’s also a key player in how we perceive things.
SciShow
Rocking & Sleep: It's Not Just for Babies
50 to 70 million people are thought to have some kind of sleeping disorder. If you're one of those people, desperate for a good night's sleep, scientists may have an option for you: rocking!
SciShow
The Agony of Motion Sickness
What happens when your senses come into conflict with each other? In this episode of SciShow, Hank talks about motion sickness: why we have this nauseating experience and how we can avoid it or treat it.
Science ABC
Why Do We Feel The “Urge To Jump”?
The urge to jump or high place phenomenon apparently springs from a distortion of our perceptions. Lab tests have shown that people estimate disgusting things, such as feces, to be closer than they really are. Another example is...
Curated Video
The Physics of Thrills: Exploring Roller Coasters
Step into the exciting world of roller coasters and learn how they blend physics with fun to deliver thrilling experiences safely. This video takes you behind the scenes to uncover how roller coasters are designed to maximize excitement...
NASA
Houston We Have a Podcast: Artificial Gravity
Bill Paloski, former director of the Human Research Program at NASA’s Johnson Space Center, explores the idea of artificial gravity within a spacecraft for long-duration missions and explains how it may affect the human body from what we...
Curated Video
Why Do We Feel The “Urge To Jump”?
The urge to jump or high place phenomenon apparently springs from a distortion of our perceptions. Lab tests have shown that people estimate disgusting things, such as feces, to be closer than they really are. Another example is...
Catalyst University
The Modified Clinical Test of Sensory Interaction in Balance (mCTSIB) EXPLAINED
In this video, I explain and demonstrate the Modified Clinical Test of Sensory Interaction in Balance (mCTSIB), a balance test used in the assessment of sensory organization of balance.
NASA
Houston We Have a Podcast: European Science on Station
Angelique Van Ombergen details the unique experiments from the European Space Agency on the International Space Station. HWHAP Episode 217.
Catalyst University
Reactive Postural Adjustments | Strategies For Maintaining Balance
In this video, we will discuss three major strategies for maintaining balance via reactive postural adjustments (RPAs).
NASA
Houston We Have a Podcast: Landing From Space
Dr. John Charles, Chief Scientist of the Human Research Program at the NASA Johnson Space Center, talks about what happens to the human body in space. NASA astronaut Shane Kimbrough gives a first hand account of landing from space. HWHAP...
NASA
Houston We Have a Podcast: The Next One-Year Missions
Cherie Oubre, Steve Platts, and Nikki Schwanbeck, expert human researchers at NASA’s Johnson Space Center, discuss CIPHER, a complement of research protocols that investigates multiple aspects of the human body over varied durations of...
Curated Video
Aviation Illusions: The Peculiar Sensory Phenomenon Pilots Face
Flying a plane comes with its own set of unique sensory illusions. Learn about the cause and effect of some of these illusions, from the Graveyard Spiral to the Black Hole Effect. Illusions part 7/11
Catalyst University
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) | Overview
In this video, we explore the basics of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) including its presentation and mechanism. Also included is a brief review of inner ear anatomy and the semicircular canals.
Catalyst University
Romberg & Sharpened Romberg Tests EXPLAINED
In this video, I explain and demonstrate the Romberg and Sharpened Romberg test, two related balance tests that are used in the assessment of sensory organization of balance.
Catalyst University
Differentiating Visual, Proprioceptive, & Vestibular Deficits for Imbalance
*** Note that I'm using "Knock Out" loosely. I more accurately mean "reduce".*** This video provides a VERY basic framework for testing balance problems as being caused by visual, proprioceptive, and vestibular deficits.
Curated Video
Yoga for mothers and babies
Los Angeles, US, March 3, 2009
1. Pullout of mother and infant doing yoga
2. Wide shot of mother and baby yoga class
3. Wide shot of mothers and infants in yoga class
4. Medium shot of mothers doing Yoga with their children on lap...