We all have two vagus nerves—one on the left side of the body and one on the right—both of which connect the brain to the intestines. On TikTok, vagus nerve stimulation sounds like a miracle cure.
Researchers discovered a feedback loop between nerve cells, the immune system and the heart. They think it shows promise as a ...
Anxiety-reducing wellness trends – can’t live with ‘em, can’t live without trying ‘em. From CBD supplements and meditation to cold plunges and journaling, it seems like the answer to ridding ourselves ...
The brain and vagus nerve play a key role in exacerbating tissue damage after a heart attack, but there are ways to block it.
Research shows that vagus nerve stimulation can provide long-lasting benefits for patients who do not respond to conventional treatments Around 20% of adults in the United States will experience major ...
In severe treatment-resistant depression, long-term data show VNS benefits not only persist for 2 years but also continue to emerge in late responders.
Recent neuroscience studies have been investigating how the stimulation of some nerves, particularly the vagus nerve, using electrical pulses affects neural activity in the mammalian brain. The vagus ...
When it comes to brain health, the vagus nerve might not always be top of mind. But this mighty nerve serves an important function: It sends information between your brain and other vital organs, and ...
Pressing a $269 electrical device against the vagus nerve in your neck may be the secret to good vibes and stellar sleep.
By Tarun Sai Lomte Two-year data show that adding VNS to standard care can produce lasting symptom, function, and ...
Find out how vagus nerve stimulation delivers durable symptom relief and quality of life gains in treatment resistant depression patients.