Award
NIH Reporter #5I01RX003418-06
Non-Invasive Vagal Nerve Stimulation in Veterans with Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI)
Recipient
Veterans Affairs
Awarded
December 17, 2025
Identifier
5I01RX003418-06
A research project funded by the Veterans Affairs to study non-invasive Vagal Nerve Stimulation as a treatment for veterans with mild traumatic brain injury and PTSD, focusing on brain and physiological responses to stress and memory tasks.
Description
This project explores the effects of non-invasive Vagal Nerve Stimulation (nVNS) on brain, cardiovascular, and immune responses to stress in veterans with mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It aims to improve brain function and reduce PTSD symptoms, addressing a significant health concern for veterans.