Can you diagnose my coaster related illness?

[metalhead7]

So after my full day at Hershey park where I rode rides like Storm Runner, Fahrenheit, and Skyrush multiple times, I had some issues falling asleep that night. Laying in bed my body still felt similar to the way it does when I experience "air-time" on a coaster. I assume others have had this problem and was wondering what caused it and how to fix it.

My guess is it has something to do with my inner ear.

Also I tried to hang my hand over the edge of my bed (trying to show my brain which way was down) but it didn't really help.

 

[BBH]

I felt the same way last night after riding Viper backwards (holy airtime) but it's not a problem, really. It goes away by morning.

 

[ava1enzue1a]

Kinda like the "falling" feeling you get after riding an elevator? Strange it would occur to you hours later though. About the inner ear thing, I think that would have more to do with balance coordination and not sensations of weightlessness but don't quote me on that. There's also this thing called the "Tetris Effect" that may contribute to what you're experiencing. Wiki it...

...occurs when people devote sufficient time and attention to an activity that it begins to overshadow their thoughts, mental images, and dreams.

I'm not sure the physical sensations of riding roller coasters could do this, however. Just my theory. Ultimately this is something you should ask your doc about.

 

[metalhead7]

Its not like it happens other then right before going to bed after a big amusement park trip. Its not a big deal I was just curious as to why it happens. Its kind if you spend the day in the ocean you can still kind of feel the ups and downs of waves when you lie down.

 

[tribar]

Viper backwards (holy airtime) quote]
I've only been on 56 coasters but I could probably think of at least 5 coasters that have more airtime than Viper.

Anyway I don't think its worth it to go see your doctor about but maybe ask him/her the next time your there

 

[PeskyTrimBrake]

This happens when you are still hyped up on the rush even after a couple of hours after your last ride. That just means you had tons of fun at Hersheypark and you can't get over yourself on what you just did. But don't worry, this is a common occurrence for many people (such as myself). This also happens when your on the computer or on technology right before going to bed. Hope this helps! :mrgreen:

 

[metalhead7]

Ultimately this is something you should ask your doc about.

Anyway I don't think its worth it to go see your doctor about but maybe ask him/her the next time your there

Not really that kind of issue guys haha. I'm more just curious due to the fact that I've seen a few video's on what roller coasters do to the brain, and was just wondering how this tied in.

My best guess is that airtime disturbs the particles that give you a sense of balance in your inner ear, and if you ride a lot of looping or air-time filled rides some particles take longer to settle than others giving you a very slight sensation of air-time or positive g's for a short while afterwards.

 

[bmac]

Diagnose it as latent adrenaline in the body and call it an evening, I've had the feeling on the drive home from parks but nothing like what you experienced.

 

[furie]

It's most likely fatigue and/or dehydration. You have to remember, the things that make you enjoy coasters are the same mechanisms that allowed your ancestors to escape from lions or attack mammoths.

It's an intense physiological strain on your body. You increase blood sugar levels, but your digestive system shuts down.

After a day of increased heart rate and tension, plus excessive glucose production and closed digestion, your body can end up in a real mess. Too much glucose in your blood stream, not enough liquid and physical exhaustion can easily cause these kinds of symptoms.

Or it's a worm that's burrowed into your head through your ear. Yeah, that's most likely, but we'll hold out hope it's adrenaline causing the issues

 

[IntaminToWin]

I have this exact thing! It happens every single time after I go to a park, unless there's a break of about 5 hours between leaving through the gates and sleeping. I appreciate everyone's answers, because they help me out as well. There are times when I actually can't lay down with my eyes open without feeling that. It probably doesn't help that I don't really eat a lot when in a park (takes too long, could be in line instead).