A Simulation Approach to Optimizing Performance of Equipment for Thermostimulation of Muscle Tissue using COMSOL Multiphysics

Authors

  • J. Kocbach Christian Michelsen Research AS, P.O.Box 6031, NO-5892, Bergen,
  • K. Folgerø Christian Michelsen Research AS, P.O.Box 6031, NO-5892, Bergen
  • L. Mohn 2The Luzmon UK, 45 Phillimore Walk.London W8 7RZ
  • Ole Brix Christian Michelsen Research AS, P.O.Box 6031, NO-5892, Bergen,

Keywords:

Thermostimulation, CAD, Multiphysics, Microwave, Heat therapy, Electrical stimulation, Infrared

Abstract

A multiphysics simulation approach is used in order to analyse and optimize performance of thermostimulation equipment. The temperature distribution and electric field distribution within the body tissue is simulated for varying body composition, for varying design parameters of the thermostimulation equipment and for different heating methods. Based on these simulations, information is gained regarding design choices for thermostimulation equipment, and relative effectiveness of thermostimulation equipment for patients with different body composition. The finite element package COMSOL Multiphysics is used for the simulations.

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Published

04-10-2011

How to Cite

Kocbach, J., Folgerø, K., Mohn, L., & Brix, O. (2011). A Simulation Approach to Optimizing Performance of Equipment for Thermostimulation of Muscle Tissue using COMSOL Multiphysics. Biophysics and Bioengineering Letters, 4(2). Retrieved from https://rosa.uniroma1.it/rosa00/index.php/biophysics_and_bioengineering/article/view/9241

Issue

Vol. 4 No. 2 (2011): Modeling and simulation techniques

Section

Section 1: Regular papers

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