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

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

On July 30, the FDA approved the first device of its kind — a vagal nerve stimulator for adults with moderate to severe ...

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

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

As spinal cord injuries increasingly affect older adults, new research reveals a surprising pattern in recovery. The study ...

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

Nerve compression syndrome occurs when a nerve is squeezed or compacted. Nerves in the torso, limbs, and extremities may be affected. Carpal tunnel syndrome is the most common type of nerve ...

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 ...

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, ...

When surrounding structures put pressure on a nerve, it’s referred to as a pinched nerve. It causes symptoms in the part of the body that’s supplied by that nerve. This article describes the causes ...