Vagus nerve stimulation to improve post‐stroke motor function and activity
Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS), applied invasively or non‐invasively (transcutaneously), has been proposed as an adjunct to rehabilitation to enhance neuroplasticity and improve motor outcomes after stroke.
After a stroke, many people experience persistent upper extremity (UE) motor impairments (that is, deficits in strength, coordination, and muscle tone), which can limit activities such as reaching, grasping, and manipulation. Despite conventional rehabilitation, recovery of UE function often remains limited. Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS), applied invasively or non‐invasively (transcutaneously), has been proposed as an adjunct to rehabilitation to enhance neuroplasticity and improve motor outcomes after stroke.
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