Vagus Nerve Stimulation Erases PTSD: Study

Summary: A pioneering clinical study found that pairing vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) with traditional therapy eliminated PTSD diagnoses in all participants up to six months post-treatment. The trial combined prolonged exposure therapy with brief bursts of VNS via an implanted device, enhancing neuroplasticity and sustaining remission. Prior research shows many PTSD patients fail to respond to standard treatments, making this approach especially promising. Future trials will explore the therapy further, aiming to offer new hope for those resistant to conventional methods. Key Facts: 100% Remission: All participants were free from PTSD diagnosis six months after therapy paired with VNS. All participants were free from PTSD diagnosis six months after therapy paired with VNS. Neuroplasticity Boost: VNS enhances brain rewiring, improving outcomes for therapy-resistant PTSD patients. VNS enhances brain rewiring, improving outcomes for therapy-resistant PTSD patients. Next Steps: A doub ... Read full article.