The Vagus Nerve
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- Describe the vagus nerve and its location.
- Explain what is meant by the term, “vagal tone” and what is associated with high vagal tone and low vagal tone.
- Explain vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) and describe practices that raise vagal tone, boost the immune system, reduce inflammation and contribute to feelings of contentment.
Lesson Overview
In this lesson, we introduce the vagus nerve and describe practices that raise vagal tone.
Objective
Become familiar with the significance of vagal tone in the experience of stress and the effectiveness of yoga techniques.
Description
Describe the vagus nerve and its location. Explain what is meant by the term, “vagal tone” and what is associated with high vagal tone and low vagal tone. Explain vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) and describe practices that raise vagal tone, boost the immune system, reduce inflammation and contribute to feelings of contentment.