Perceiving auditory stimuli impacts conscious perception of electrotactile stimuli in older adults

Journal of Neurophysiology 2026

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Authors: Emily Tirrell, Nahid Kalantaryardebily, Julia Hocker, Caleb Bowles, Kevin Michael Parcetich, Netta Gurari
DOI: 10.1152/jn.00276.2025
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References: 76

Abstract

This study examined how older adults detect and discriminate electrotactile stimuli in the presence and absence of auditory stimuli. The findings highlight that increased cognitive demands can impair accurate perception of tactile stimuli. By further understanding how cognitive-perceptual load influences tactile perception, we can better understand the different factors that influence intact tactile perception, and in turn, explore when and why tactile impairments arise in patient populations.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Tactile and Sensory Interactions Multisensory perception and integration Spatial Neglect and Hemispheric Dysfunction

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Neurophysiology
Volume
135
Issue
2
Pages
475–486
Publication date
9 January 2026
Language
EN