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... as the other senses, for normal functioning. Proprioception is "the means by which we know how our body is located in space, the extent to which our muscles are contracted or joint extended and allows us to feel the object". Proprioception and kinesthesia, the sensation of joint motion and acceleration, are the sensory feedback mechanisms for motor control and posture. Theses mechanisms along with the vestibular system, a fluid filled network within the inner ear that can feel the pull of gravity and helps the body keep oriented and balanced, are unconsciously utilized by the brain to provide a constant influx of sensory information. Activities Visual Sense: This activity is where you have 5 tin cans about 10 cm spaced apart and you have 5 tennis balls. You have to throw the tennis balls from 5 yards away and knock down the tins cans, I ball per tin can. Each performer will get ...
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