The vagus nerve, the longest nerve in the body, originates in the brainstem and extends down into the abdomen. It monitors and receives information about the functioning of the heart, lungs, and ...

A small device that zaps a major nerve connecting the heart and brain could help improve fitness, an early trial suggests.

Wearing the stimulator for just 30 minutes a day increased oxygen intake during exercise, according to researchers - who hope ...

An experimental device that stimulates a key nerve connecting the heart and brain can improve fitness and exercise tolerance, ...

The vagus nerve is involved with everything from speech, eye function and facial expressions to blood pressure and mood. “The vagus nerve is like a conductor that orchestrates the fight-and-flight and ...

A first-of-its-kind implant has just been granted approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment ...

Higher HRV is associated with stronger vagus nerve function, better overall health, and improved cognition. 2 minutes of deep breathing engages the vagus nerve, increases HRV, and improves ...

The vagus nerve, named after the Latin word for “wanderer,” is the longest nerve in the central nervous system. It influences many bodily functions, including heart rate, blood pressure, respiration, ...