Vagustim

About This Project

It is now widely accepted that chronic stress leads to many health issues, one of which is migraine.

Migraine, which affects 1 in every 7 people, is the third most common disease in the world. One of the main factors contributing to this widespread illness is stress. A study conducted in the United States found that stress triggers migraines in 70% of individuals. So, how does stress lead to migraines?

There is an involuntary system in our body known as the autonomic nervous system, which controls our circulation, digestion, and many other processes. This nervous system is made up of two main groups of nerves: the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for exciting and energizing us. For instance, when a dog starts chasing you, sympathetic activity increases. This system is known in the medical world as the “fight or flight” response. On the other hand, the parasympathetic nervous system is responsible for relaxation and calming. For example, during sleep, parasympathetic activity increases. It is referred to as the “rest and digest” system in medicine.

The sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems typically work like a seesaw. When one increases, the other decreases. Intense stress causes increased sympathetic activity and suppressed parasympathetic activity. For example, if you experience sleepless nights, muscle pain, excessive sweating, or sluggish bowel movements, these are all signs of sympathetic hyperactivity.

Vagustim, however, stimulates the vagus nerve, which is an important part of the parasympathetic nervous system. By stimulating this nerve with low-intensity electrical impulses through the ear, Vagustim helps to increase suppressed parasympathetic activity. This reduces the negative effects caused by stress factors and effectively addresses stress-related migraines.