Magnetic stimulation: physical and technical aspects

Authors

  • Marcos Nogueira Martins Universidade de São Paulo; Instituto de Física

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1590/S0101-60832004000500003

Keywords:

Magnetic induction, pulse, electric current, coil, electric field

Abstract

This work presents a brief discussion of the physics and technology of magnetic stimulation. From Faraday's law of induction we describe how a fast and intense pulse of magnetic field may produce localized electric fields, suitable to generate electric currents in certain tissues. We discuss how the coil geometry, and the time profile of the pulse of current may be used to optimize the distribution and intensity of the induced electric fields.

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Published

2004-01-01

Issue

Vol. 31 No. 5 (2004): Edição Especial - Estimulação Magnética Transcraniana

Section

Original Articles

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How to Cite

Magnetic stimulation: physical and technical aspects . (2004). Archives of Clinical Psychiatry (São Paulo), 31(5), 213-215. https://doi.org/10.1590/S0101-60832004000500003