How Stimulating!
Electric shocks to the muscles of the face cause painful, hilarious contortions
Daito Manabe sticks electrodes on his face and films the results. Last month we found out why -- now here's a look at how it works.
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No matter how many times I see it, its always hilarious watching the face contorting and twisting from each shock. Must be very painful though having to endure that for several minutes. And I wonder if there are any side effects like numbness after doing it?
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