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Chill Out and Sleep Tight: A New Way to Feel Better

December 28, 2025

In today's fast-paced world, stress and sleep troubles are common. Many people are looking for ways to feel better without relying on pills or complicated routines. Enter Pulsetto, a small device that might just help. Pulsetto is a wearable gadget that uses gentle electrical pulses to stimulate the

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The Vagus Nerve: Your Body's Hidden Inflammation Fighter

May 26, 2025

The vagus nerve is a powerhouse in the body, playing a crucial role in managing inflammation. This nerve, which stretches from the brainstem to the gut, is part of the parasympathetic nervous system. This system is responsible for the body's "rest and digest" state, which is the opposite of the "fig

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Zapping Away Parkinson's: The Vagus Nerve Solution

March 10, 2025

Parkinson's disease (PD) is a tricky condition that affects millions worldwide. It's known for causing movement issues, tremors, and other symptoms that can make daily life challenging. Traditionally, doctors have relied on medications to manage these symptoms. But what if there was another way to t

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Exploring the Promise of Vagus Nerve Stimulation in Stroke Therapy

December 26, 2024

Ever heard of the vagus nerve? It's a key player in our body's internal communication network. Lately, scientists have been buzzing about a technique called vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) as a possible game-changer in stroke treatment. This method involves zapping the vagus nerve with tiny electrical

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Vagus Nerve Stimulation: A New Hope for Severe Depression

December 20, 2024

Imagine a life changed by a small device. Nick Fournie, now 62, knows this well. His depression journey started 40 years ago, turning his life upside down. Medications caused more harm than good. Then, a nurse suggested vagus nerve stimulation (VNS). This treatment uses electric pulses to stimulate

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Epilepsy Treatments: A Nationwide Look at Laser and Nerve Stimulation

November 27, 2024

Let's take a look at how two different treatments for epilepsy have been used across the United States. We're talking about Laser interstitial thermal therapy (LITT) and Vagus Nerve stimulation (VNS). Both are used to help people with epilepsy that doesn't respond to medicine. First, it's important