Variability in TDCS electric fields: Effects of electrode size and configuration

Ilkka Laakso, Satoshi Tanaka, Marko Mikkonen, Soichiro Koyama, Akimasa Hirata

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Abstract

Variability in the efficacy of transcranial direct-current stimulation (TDCS) may be affected by variations in electric fields, which depend on both experimental parameters and individual anatomical features of the head and brain. Electrode configurations that minimize inter-subject differences in electric fields would be useful for controlling variability in experimental TDCS studies. This study investigated the effects of electrode size and configuration on the variability in the electric fields. Individual MRI-based models of 44 subjects and the finite-element method were used. Motor cortical TDCS was modelled for four electrode montages.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2017 32nd General Assembly and Scientific Symposium of the International Union of Radio Science, URSI GASS 2017
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages1-4
Number of pages4
ISBN (Electronic)9789082598704
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 10-11-2017
Event32nd General Assembly and Scientific Symposium of the International Union of Radio Science, URSI GASS 2017 - Montreal, Canada
Duration: 19-08-201726-08-2017

Publication series

Name2017 32nd General Assembly and Scientific Symposium of the International Union of Radio Science, URSI GASS 2017
Volume2017-January

Other

Other32nd General Assembly and Scientific Symposium of the International Union of Radio Science, URSI GASS 2017
Country/TerritoryCanada
CityMontreal
Period19-08-1726-08-17

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Computer Networks and Communications
  • Instrumentation
  • Radiation

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