TezlaKoil comments on Brainstorming new senses - Less Wrong

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Comment author: TezlaKoil 08 June 2015 10:00:27PM 1 point [-]

Thanks! If still possible, I'd like to ask the following:

  • Who performed the insertion procedure? How long does it take to heal?

  • An N52 is very strong. Did you experience any unexpected negative side-effects while handling everyday objects (weight training, smartphones, et c.)?

  • Apart from the ring, have you tried achieving the same thing externally (i.e. without an implant)? Do you think it would be possible to "come close"?

Comment author: Elo 09 June 2015 05:01:46AM 0 points [-]

him: "A body artist. It took about 3 weeks to close. Not sure on internal healing. A month, maybe.

Not really any issues. It stings a bit if you hold something too long. Pinches the skin between the object and the magnet.

You could try supergluing one to the side of the fingertip."

Comment author: Elo 09 June 2015 10:50:37PM 0 points [-]

Him: Implantation is still the best way. If i could get resourses, anesthesia, coated magnet, surgeon (so to speak), and enough downtime, i'd do it for study.

Me: why surgeon? going deep enough?

Him: Cleaner incision.