Sixth Sense

Proprioception is the body’s mysterious ability to locate our limbs, even in darkness. We’re just beginning to understand it.

The silent "sixth" sense

You've probably been taught that humans have five senses: taste, smell, vision, hearing, and touch. However, an under-appreciated "sixth sense," called proprioception, allows us to keep track of where our body parts are in space.

The Body's "Sixth Sense" | NIH Intramural Research Program The Body's "Sixth Sense"Published: Wednesday, February 26, 2020 You've probably been taught that humans have five senses: taste, smell, vision, hearing, and touch. However, an under-appreciated "sixth sense," called proprioception, allows us to keep track of where our body parts are in space. Alec N...