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If you've been feeling stuck in a stress response, your vagus nerve may be a significant part of the reason why.
The vagus nerve is the longest cranial nerve in the body, extending from the brainstem to the gut. It serves as the primary regulator of parasympathetic activity, influencing heart rate variability, digestive function, inflammatory tone, and the body's ability to shift out of a stress response. When vagal tone is low, the nervous system has a harder time returning to baseline.
In this week's episode of Dr. Ruscio Radio, I walk through how vagus nerve stimulation works, what the clinical research supports, device options worth considering, and how to incorporate them practically.
If you want to go further after the episode, these are the pieces I'd point you to next:
Vagus Nerve Damage Symptoms, and How to Deal with Them
What Is Vagus Nerve Stimulation and How Can You Practice It?
You May Need a Vagus Nerve Reset. Here’s How to Do It
