Vagus nerve stimulation is a social-media sensation, promising instant stress relief. Here’s what the science really says ...
Nerve damage can be an unfortunate side effect from an accident, illness or even certain treatments, like chemotherapy. Fortunately, the peripheral nervous system can heal itself to a certain extent, ...
Following the FDA approval of a vagus nerve stimulator for rheumatoid arthritis, supporters of the device’s use have lauded ...
In an important step toward visual prostheses, biocompatible electrodes can convert infrared light into nerve impulses, as ...
Dr. Manas Nigam specializes in complex nerve repair, using stimulation techniques to restore function for patients who may not realize local options exist.
Researchers discovered that chemotherapy can accidentally trigger a stress alarm in immune cells, causing inflammation that ...