Vagus Nerve Reflex Stimulation
The vagus nerve is one of the 12 cranial nerves. It is quite unique as it starts in the brainstem, specifically the medulla oblongata, and then extends down through the neck, chest, and abdomen. It connects with all of the vital organs in the body and is the longest of the cranial nerves, with one on each side of the body.
Because the vagus nerve is involved in so many bodily functions, stimulating it can affect a variety of processes. If your vagus nerve is functioning at its best, your body can relax faster after sensing danger, real or perceived. Stimulating the vagus nerve may help slow your heart rate, lower blood pressure, reduce anxiety and improve digestion.
When the vagus nerve is suffering from low tone, it has a harder time regulating inflammation. If you experience fatigue, anxiety, digestive issues, food sensitivities, depression, brain fog, or a sense of despondency—the vagus nerve is always affected.
Reflex Therapy Stimulation of the vagus nerve is a wonderful treatment for immune response, digestion, pulse, breathing problems, depression, emotional conditions, such a mood and anxiety disorders and inflammatory bowel disease.