The Heart and the Head: Polyvagal theory applied in neurostimulation
Presented by: Nicholas Dogris
Vagus nerve stimulation paired with tACS and tDCS cranial electrostimulation appears to impact heart rate variability and EEG positively in first responder populations (paramedics, nurses, EMTs, law enforcement, firefighters, and MDs). While heart rate decreases, heart rate variability increases within seven to ten stimulation sessions. Above all other profiles, low power fast profiles respond best to this new modality. In this study overview of 50+ first responders, biphasic 15,000Hz square wave was used to impact the vagus nerve positively.
Learning Objectives:
o Participants will be able to list conditions benefitted by vagus nerve stimulation.
o Participants will be able to discern contraindications in individuals that indicate inability to receive vagus nerve stimulation.
o Participants will be able to explain the mechanism of action in vagus nerve stimulation.
o Participants will be able to measure the changes in the individuals receiving vagus stimulation.
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