Fundamental issues on electromagnetic fields (EMF).

PAPER pubmed Acupuncture & electro-therapeutics research 1993 Review Effect: unclear Evidence: Insufficient

Read original paper → DOI: 10.3727/036012993816357575 PMID: 8098895 Evidence Lab

Abstract

This paper will examine the fundamental principals of Electromagnetic Field Radiation. The discussion will include: The basic physical characteristics of magnetic and electric fields, the numerous sources of EMF in our everyday lives, ways to detect and measure EMF accurately, what to look for in EMF instruments, and the issues and misconceptions on shielding and exposure reduction.

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At a glance

Study type

Review

Effect direction

unclear

Population

—

Sample size

—

Exposure

Evidence strength

Insufficient

Confidence: 74% · Peer-reviewed: yes

Main findings

The paper discusses fundamental principles of electromagnetic field radiation, including physical characteristics of electric and magnetic fields, everyday sources, detection/measurement methods, instrument considerations, and issues/misconceptions about shielding and exposure reduction.

Limitations

No specific study design, population, exposure parameters, or health outcomes are described in the abstract.
Appears to be a general discussion/educational overview rather than original empirical research (based on abstract).

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    "main_findings": "The paper discusses fundamental principles of electromagnetic field radiation, including physical characteristics of electric and magnetic fields, everyday sources, detection/measurement methods, instrument considerations, and issues/misconceptions about shielding and exposure reduction.",
    "effect_direction": "unclear",
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