Vagus Nerve Stimulation: A New Frontier in Mental Wellness
Recent research highlights the potential benefits of vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) for enhancing mental wellness, including supporting mood regulation and alleviating symptoms of stress. With the addition of an ear clip electrode accessory designed for use with most TENS machines like the Universal TENS™, you now have a natural option to potentially improve your mental well-being. Vagus nerve stimulation is believed to promote relaxation and mood balance without medication.
Key Features of Vagus Nerve Stimulation with TENS
- Dual Functionality: TENS machines provide effective pain relief through Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) and can also offer vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) to promote relaxation and mood balance.
- Innovative Ear Clip Electrode: This unique accessory is designed specifically for VNS, providing a non-invasive way to stimulate the vagus nerve, potentially supporting overall mental well-being.
How to Use Ear Clip Accessory with a TENS machine
Using the ear clip electrode with a TENS machine is straightforward:
- Setup: Attach the ear (auricular) clip electrode to the lead wire and place the skin pad electrode behind your left shoulder.
- Placement: Clip the ear electrode to the tragus of your left ear. Apply a water-based gel if needed to improve conductivity.
- Settings: On your TENS machine, select an appropriate programme or manually set a pulse width of 200 microseconds and a frequency between 10 to 30Hz.
- Treatment: Start the machine and increase the intensity until you feel a gentle sensation, keeping it low and barely noticeable. Use for 15 to 30 minutes daily for two weeks.