Following the FDA approval of a vagus nerve stimulator for rheumatoid arthritis, supporters of the device’s use have lauded ...

Vagus nerve stimulation is a social-media sensation, promising instant stress relief. Here’s what the science really says ...

Nick Fournie was 24 years old when severe depression upended his life. Fournie had been married to his longtime sweetheart for two years, and had no reason to suspect he had any mental health issues. ...

Center for Pain & Stress Research Ltd. is proud to announce that Veterans Affairs Canada has recently approved Dolphin vagal stimulation therapy for veterans . In my 30 years of treating veterans, I ...

The vagus (from the Latin meaning “wandering”) nerve is the longest nerve that travels from the brainstem down to the colon and controls crucial functions, such as heartrate, blood pressure, digestion ...

A review of randomized controlled trials suggests patients with epilepsy refractory to medical management may benefit from vagal nerve stimulation. A new review suggests that vagal nerve stimulation ...

Pressing a $269 electrical device against the vagus nerve in your neck may be the secret to good vibes and stellar sleep.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." As a woman who’s constantly on-the-go, regulating my nervous system is key for my well-being. So, when I ...

HOUSTON, Texas — An implanted device that stimulates the vagus nerve has shown promising improvement of arm function in stroke patients in a second small clinical study. While the primary endpoint — ...

Transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation (ta-VNS) was safe and effective for both children and young adults with mild to moderate inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), a pilot study found. Among ...