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

3D illustration showing brain and active vagus nerve (tenth cranial nerve or CN X) Source: Axel_Kock/Shutterstock Stimulating the vagus nerve activates the parasympathetic branch of the autonomic ...

Some experts recommend using a transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) unit with four electrodes placed on your lower abdomen and back for constipation relief. But research has revealed ...

CHICAGO — Adding transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) to outpatient physical therapy (PT) reduced movement-evoked pain (MEP) and other types of pain and fatigue for patients with ...

Imbalanced autonomic function, characterized by reduced vagal activity and sympathetic dominance, is increasingly recognized in various gastrointestinal (GI) disorders. The vagus nerve, a key ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . The FDA has granted clearance to a Colorado-based medical technology company’s transcutaneous electrical nerve ...

Those of us of a certain age know the topic of conversation with friends often turns to the state of our health. But next time you’re comparing anxiety levels, digestive issues, aches and pains, or ...

The use of electrical stimulation of the upper airway to treat patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is supported by low-quality evidence.

Electrical muscle stimulation involves sending electrical impulses through the skin. This stimulation may provide benefits, such as helping repair tissue and strengthening the muscles. Share on ...