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GPV

(73,396 posts) Fri Apr 24, 2026, 02:24 PM Friday

Anyone used a vagus nerve stimulator? I'm thinking

of trying a Truvaga Plus for anxiety, cptsd, and poor sleep.

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Anyone used a vagus nerve stimulator? I'm thinking (Original Post) GPV Friday OP

Um... Where on the body is the vagus nerve located. lamp_shade Friday #1

It touches all over, as seen in this pic: GPV Friday #2

I havent, but I'd be teal interested slightlv Friday #3

No, but a good reminder to pay attention, especially during these stressful times ... cliffside Saturday #4

lamp_shade

(15,515 posts)

1. Um... Where on the body is the vagus nerve located.

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Fri Apr 24, 2026, 02:56 PM

Friday

GPV

(73,396 posts)

2. It touches all over, as seen in this pic:

Reply to lamp_shade (Reply #1)

Fri Apr 24, 2026, 03:47 PM

Friday

slightlv

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3. I havent, but I'd be teal interested

Reply to GPV (Original post)

Fri Apr 24, 2026, 05:12 PM

Friday

In your experience. The closest I've come is in trying to find the vagas nerve to attempt Deanna Troi's "plexing" exercise.

cliffside

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4. No, but a good reminder to pay attention, especially during these stressful times ...

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Sat Apr 25, 2026, 12:01 AM

Saturday

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/body/22279-vagus-nerve

'What is the function of the vagus nerve?

Your vagal nerves are part of your body’s nervous system. They play important roles in involuntary sensory and motor (movement) functions, including:

Digestion.
Heart rate, blood pressure and respiration (breathing).
Immune system responses.
Mood.
Mucus and saliva production.
Skin and muscle sensations.
Speech.
Taste.
Urine output."

https://www.uvahealth.com/healthy-balance/5-vagus-nerve-exercises

5 Vagus Nerve Exercises to Try When You Need to Calm Down, Stat!

Started listening to this video (balance tomorrow) at approximately 22 minutes he mentions an ice pack and then a stimulator ...

Vagus Nerve Hacks: Powerful Techniques to Enhance Health and Well-Being

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