How Gentle Tapping on the Shin Heals the Brain
📍 The outcome
Researchers found that gentle rhythmic tapping on the shinbone, or compressing a leg bone, helped injured brains heal faster in animal models. The technique, which involves stimulating osteocyte PIEZO1, showed promise in promoting recovery after brain injury. The story quieted without further updates on human trials or applications.
Epilogue added 3d ago, after coverage quieted.
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How Gentle Tapping on the Shin Heals the Brain Nautilus | Science Connected · 44d ago broke it first
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