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Benefits of vagus nerve stimulation
Vagus nerve stimulation is FDA-approved therapy for headaches, and therapy resistant depressive states. It has also been scientifically proven to relieve a host of different health symptoms including [11].
Chronic tiredness
Reduced Heart Rate Variability (HRV)
Depressive states
Anxious thoughts
Digestive issues
Respiratory issues
Inflammatory symptoms
Cognitive impairment
Low mood
Chronic pain
Headaches
Sleep issues
The importance of precision in vagus nerve stimulation
Despite popular opinions on social media, activating the vagus nerve in a correct way without side effects is not an easy task. Imagine trying to tune an old-fashioned radio dial to a specific signal.
The radio has a broad range of stations, but only one signal offers the clear, balanced sound you're looking for. This analogy perfectly illustrates the challenges in vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) therapy.
The vagus nerve has 60 fibers, each representing a specific signal linked to various bodily functions. The difficulty lies in targeting the correct fibers at the precise time and through the appropriate access points to achieve therapeutic effects without causing unwanted side effects [12].