But the vagus nerve can also be stimulated via the skin, usually in or around the left ear, using small electrical pulses ...

When a house catches on fire, we assume that a smoke alarm inside will serve one purpose and one purpose only: warn the ...

A new study reveals that nerve cells receive periodic infusions of mitochondria from neighboring cells — and this may point ...

For millions living with nerve pain, even a light touch can feel unbearable. Scientists have long suspected that damaged ...

Researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have discovered that targeting a specific immune process ...

A new study suggests the vagus nerve may be one of the heart’s most important defenders against aging. Researchers found that ...

In patients who undergo lower limb orthopedic surgery, the use of single-shot femoral nerve block is associated with an ...

When nerve compression becomes severe, people may experience sudden, sharp, shooting pain accompanied by muscle weakness, ...

Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before using any vagus nerve stimulation device. If you purchase through ...

Transferring mitochondria, or the glial cells that produce them, to mice with nerve damage mitigated pain, suggesting a ...

The heart listens to nerve signals as it ages. New findings show how the vagus nerve may help protect heart muscle over time.

The vagus nerve is the body’s superpower and it’s used to counteract your fight/flight system. It’s how you develop a healthy stress response and become resilient. When stimulated, you feel calmer, ...