Self-focused attention enhances tactile sensitivity in women at risk from eating disorders
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DOI: 10.1038/s41598-020-68500-6
Abstract: We examined whether alterations in body perception in EDs extend to the integration of exteroceptive visual and tactile information. Moreover, we investigated the effect of self-focused attention on the ability to correctly detect tactile stimuli.… read more here.
Keywords: tactile sensitivity; self focused; focused attention; attention ... See more keywords
Refreshable Braille Display with Adjustable Cell Size for Learners with Different Tactile Sensitivity.
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DOI: 10.1109/toh.2022.3184265
Abstract: Braille is one of the most popular mediums of education for the blind. However, learning braille requires trainers and a lot of practice. Additionally, different individuals have different levels of tactile sensitivity at their fingertips.… read more here.
Keywords: cell; refreshable braille; tactile sensitivity; braille ... See more keywords
Cutaneous sensitivity in unilateral trans-tibial amputees
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0197557
Abstract: Aim To examine tactile sensitivity in the leg and foot sole of below-knee amputees (diabetic n = 3, traumatic n = 1), and healthy control subjects (n = 4), and examine the association between sensation… read more here.
Keywords: tactile sensitivity; sensitivity; trans tibial; residual limb ... See more keywords
Tactile sensitivity and motor coordination in infancy: Effect of age, prior surgery, anaesthesia & critical illness
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0279705
Abstract: Background Tactile sensitivity in the infant period is poorly characterized, particularly among children with prior surgery, anaesthesia or critical illness. The study aims were to investigate tactile sensitivity of the foot and the associated coordination… read more here.
Keywords: tactile sensitivity; age; prior surgery; motor ... See more keywords
Analysis of Plantar Tactile Sensitivity in Older Women after Conventional Proprioceptive Training and Exergame
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DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20065033
Abstract: Objective: To evaluate and compare the effects of conventional proprioceptive training and games with motion monitoring on plantar tactile sensitivity in older women. Methods: A randomized controlled clinical trial, with 50 older women randomized into… read more here.
Keywords: sensitivity; plantar tactile; older women; tactile sensitivity ... See more keywords