heart rate variabilityCategoriesVagus Nerve Education

Heart Rate Variability: A Key Indicator of Nervous System Health

As a functional medicine practitioner, I’m always looking for ways to assess and optimize the body’s innate healing capabilities. One powerful tool that I use with my clients is the measurement of Heart Rate Variability (HRV). This simple yet profound metric offers a unique glimpse into the functioning of our autonomic nervous system, particularly the […]

Vagus Nerve Anatomy 101CategoriesVagus Nerve Education

Vagus Nerve Anatomy 101

For the past hundreds of years in medicine, we have worked to separate the body into separate sections called systems and further broken down these systems into organs. It’s important to understand the underlying and unique functions of each of the cells and organs in each system to provide a deeper understanding of the particular […]

Why TENS Units aren't recommended for vagus nerve stimulationCategoriesVagus Nerve Education

Understanding the Risks: Why TENS Units Aren’t Recommended for Vagus Nerve Stimulation

If you’re venturing into the world of vagus nerve stimulation, chances are you’ve encountered transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) along the way. Yet, here’s the kicker: while TENS units work wonders for some pain and nerve-related issues, they’re not the go-to for stimulating the vagus nerve. Ready to uncover why? Let’s dive right in. First, […]