A hidden immune stress switch may be driving chemotherapy nerve pain and scientists have found a way to turn it off.

Auricular vagal neuromodulation therapy is a non-invasive and non-surgical treatment that could aid cardiovascular disease ...

A new study suggests the vagus nerve may be one of the heart’s most important defenders against aging. Researchers found that ...

A single nerve injury can quietly reshape the immune system across the entire body. Preclinical research from McGill ...

The heart listens to nerve signals as it ages. New findings show how the vagus nerve may help protect heart muscle over time.

The secret to a healthier and "younger" heart lies in the vagus nerve. A recent study coordinated by the Sant'Anna School of ...

The vagus nerve is the body’s superpower and it’s used to counteract your fight/flight system. It’s how you develop a healthy stress response and become resilient. When stimulated, you feel calmer, ...

A pinched nerve can be very painful—no matter where it’s located in your body. If you experience one in your back, it can travel to other parts of the body and cause sharp pain, tingling, numbness, or ...

Nerve flossing is a type of gentle exercise that stretches irritated nerves. This can improve their range of motion and reduce pain. It’s sometimes called nerve gliding or neural gliding. Nerve ...

A nerve block, or neural blockade, is a method of producing anesthesia — a loss of feeling used to prevent or control pain. Nerve blocks can be surgical or nonsurgical. Nonsurgical nerve blocks ...

Low on energy or focus? A doctor explains how vitamin B12 supplements can support nerves, stamina, and daily vitality.

The frontal block is used to attain regional anesthesia of the face. It’s usually chosen over local tissue infiltration since it has many advantages. A group of nerves dubbed as ganglion or plexus ...