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Re: The Polyvagal Theory
« Reply #40 on: February 13, 2016, 01:02:10 AM »
Non-technical "Popular Psychology" 2007 article about Stephen Porges and the Vagus Nerve:
https://www.psychologytoday.com/articles/200706/mind-your-body-higher-road-relaxation


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Re: The Polyvagal Theory
« Reply #42 on: March 13, 2016, 10:39:37 AM »
For your interest:


http://experiencenervana.com/technology-vagus-nerve-stimulation/#parentHorizontalTab2

Posting a product website is normally against the rules ("No commercial use, promotion or solicitation"), but you have in the past posted appropriately and this is topically about VNS.

So...it would be very helpful to briefly explain why you are posting this particular product?


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Re: The Polyvagal Theory
« Reply #43 on: March 13, 2016, 12:28:36 PM »
I have zero economic interest in my post. In the past there have been a number of members on this forum, asking where they can find a stimulator, that's all.


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Re: The Polyvagal Theory
« Reply #44 on: March 13, 2016, 06:34:53 PM »

I have zero economic interest in my post. In the past there have been a number of members on this forum, asking where they can find a stimulator, that's all.

Thank you, freedeer!
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Re: The Polyvagal Theory
« Reply #45 on: April 11, 2016, 07:46:26 PM »
Cross posted from "Familiar Place".

Non-technical "Psychology Today" 2007 article about Stephen Porges and the Vagus Nerve:
https://www.psychologytoday.com/articles/200706/mind-your-body-higher-road-relaxation

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Re: The Polyvagal Theory
« Reply #46 on: May 15, 2016, 03:01:38 AM »
The brain, FRMI and possible knock on effects to Vagus Nerve. I think this reminds us why Rutgers were awarded the research project for our syndrome.

Here's what happens in women's brains at O, can't imagine our brains do nothing :)

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-2062748/MRI-scan-video-female-orgasm-shows-activity-lights-EVERY-region-brain.html
Formerly user COLM (previous username accidentally deleted). Few decades with POIS.

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Re: The Polyvagal Theory
« Reply #47 on: May 15, 2016, 04:10:04 PM »
Fascinating, COLM! And our very own Rutgers' Dr Nan Wise is brain-scanned in orgasm with Dr Komisaruk supervising.

The article mentions that orgasm culminates in a release of oxytocin (the 'cuddle hormone'). In Europe, they even sell a nasal spray with oxytocin.

But it can be a dangerous drug to take.

We had a lot of discussion @ TNS/POIS about oxytocin (possible POIS treatment?). You can copy and paste this in your Google search box and a number of oxytocin discussions will come up:

oxytocin POIS site:http://thenakedscientists.com

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Re: The Polyvagal Theory
« Reply #48 on: May 15, 2016, 06:14:06 PM »


How do you like the name of this rock band?



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Re: The Polyvagal Theory
« Reply #49 on: May 17, 2016, 05:11:50 PM »

The [COLM article above] mentions that orgasm culminates in a release of oxytocin (the 'cuddle hormone'). In Europe, they even sell a nasal spray with oxytocin.

But it can be a dangerous drug to take.

We had a lot of discussion @ TNS/POIS about oxytocin (possible POIS treatment?). You can copy and paste this in your Google search box and a number of oxytocin discussions will come up:

oxytocin POIS site:http://thenakedscientists.com

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"Can oxytocin ease shyness?", Time Magazine:
http://content.time.com/time/health/article/0,8599,1820828,00.html


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Re: The Polyvagal Theory
« Reply #51 on: January 31, 2017, 09:40:38 PM »
"Vagus Nerve" in the news



http://www.webmd.com/brain/news/20160412/vagus-nerve-stimulation-treatment

I saw another splashy Vagus Nerve headline article in the paper edition of WebMD in my doctor's office today. (I hope science fares better with POIS than it did for the common cold I came in for!) There's a nasty virus going around, long-LONG lasting (weeks/months) so stay well!
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Re: The Polyvagal Theory
« Reply #52 on: January 31, 2017, 09:42:08 PM »
The press seems to be having a field  day with Vagus Nerve coverage.



https://www.yashodahospitals.com/blog/health-news/stroke-patient-recovery-by-vagus-nerve-stimulation
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Re: The Polyvagal Theory
« Reply #53 on: January 31, 2017, 10:41:44 PM »
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Re: The Polyvagal Theory
« Reply #55 on: February 12, 2017, 12:41:11 AM »
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Re: The Polyvagal Theory
« Reply #56 on: March 10, 2017, 01:42:26 PM »
Cross-posted from NORD Interim thread about HRV. Also discusses Polyvagal Theory




https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/the-neuroscience-of-heart/



In Stef's post -- http://poiscenter.com/forums/index.php?topic=2086.45
-- she summarizes an early interim report by Dr Komisaruk, in which he discusses HRV (heart rate variability) and how it might relate to POIS.

This article seems to explain HRV in clear language.



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Re: The Polyvagal Theory
« Reply #57 on: March 10, 2017, 11:44:56 PM »
Cross-posted from NORD Interim thread about HRV. Also discusses Polyvagal Theory




https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/the-neuroscience-of-heart/



In Stef's post -- http://poiscenter.com/forums/index.php?topic=2086.45
-- she summarizes an early interim report by Dr Komisaruk, in which he discusses HRV (heart rate variability) and how it might relate to POIS.

This article seems to explain HRV in clear language.


Another thread about HRV from here, started by b_jim, and where I also gave detailed information about HRV and its measurement as well: 

http://poiscenter.com/forums/index.php?topic=2179.msg17607#msg17607 .



You are 100% responsible for what you do with anything I post on this forum and of any consequence it could have for you.  Forum rule: ""Do not use POISCenter as a substitute for, or to give, medical advice" Read the remaining part at http://poiscenter.com/forums/index.php?topic=1.msg10259#msg10259

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Re: The Polyvagal Theory
« Reply #58 on: March 11, 2017, 04:43:12 PM »
Thanks, Quantum!

EXCELLENT b_jim thread (with great Quantum HRV-info) that you posted above.
( http://poiscenter.com/forums/index.php?topic=2179.msg17607#msg17607 )

Many thanks for the reminder!

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Re: The Polyvagal Theory
« Reply #59 on: March 12, 2017, 11:10:39 PM »
Vagus Nerve in the news:

Medscape

February 27, 2017

"Vagal Nerve Stimulation [VNS] Improves Arm Function After Stroke"
http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/876351




"Spectacular" Results

Commenting on the study, American Heart Association/American Stroke Association spokesperson, Philip Gorelick, MD, MPH, medical director, Hauenstein Neuroscience Center, Grand Rapids, Michigan, described the results as "pretty spectacular."


I'm hoping that we POISers will eventually join the growing list of successful VNS applications!
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