Five Resources on Vagus Nerve Stimulation

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Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) has become an increasingly popular treatment for a variety of conditions, from depression to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). While conventional forms of VNS use an implantable device in the neck, there are also non-invasive forms of the intervention to reduce acute stress response and control inflammation.

We’ve rounded up a list of resources on vagus nerve stimulation, with details about what the vagus nerve is, what conditions it can treat, and the different forms of stimulation.

Read more to learn how to incorporate vagus nerve stimulation into your clinical practice.