Co-Designed Exposure Protocol in the Study of Idiopathic Environmental Intolerance Attributed to Electromagnetic Fields

Authors: Maryse Ledent, Benjamin Vatovez, Willy Pirard, Jimmy Bordarie, Nicolas Prignot, Gunnhild Oftedal, Christophe Geuzaine, Véronique Beauvois, Catherine Bouland, Luc Verschaeve, Maël Dieudonné

Year: 29 June 2020

Category: Bioelectromagnetics

Journal: Bioelectromagnetics

Institution: PNREST Anses, EST/2017/2 RF/19

DOI: 10.1002/bem.22281

URL: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/bem.22281

Abstract

Overview

The hypothesis of an electromagnetic origin of idiopathic environmental intolerance (IEI) attributed to electromagnetic fields (EMF) is explored through provocation studies. These studies involve the exposure of individuals with IEI-EMF to EMFs in controlled settings to monitor reactions.

Findings

  • Previous studies often found reactions to be independent of EMF exposure.
  • Many studies have in-built design flaws that may affect the credibility of outcomes.
  • The ExpoComm project introduced several innovative elements to the protocol:
    • Inclusion of people with IEI-EMF in protocol design.
    • Reduction in the anxiogenic nature of tests.
    • Customization of the exposure protocol for individuals.
    • Validation of neutral or normal reactivity states before testing.
    • Use of a mix of real, not simulated, EMF sources.

Conclusion

This paper details a collaborative, scientifically robust protocol that aims to assess the real impact of EMF on people with IEI, potentially linking EMF exposure to specific health outcomes.

EMF electromagnetic fields idiopathic environmental intolerance ExpoComm project provocation studies experimental design
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