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Commun Biol June 2021 PMID 34112935

Cervical transcutaneous vagal nerve stimulation (ctVNS) improves human cognitive performance under sleep deprivation stress.

Lindsey K McIntire, R Andy McKinley, Chuck Goodyear, John P McIntire, Rebecca D Brown

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Peak: 9 in Jun 2021
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What people are saying

Overall, discussions strongly agree with the study's positive outcomes, often using words like 'fascinating,' 'impressive,' and 'promising,' which convey excitement. The frequent mention of the device as a 'handheld gadget' and 'easy-to-use' indicates high interest in practical applications. The tone remains mostly optimistic, reflecting a perception that this technique could be a notable advancement in managing sleep deprivation effects.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions clearly support the findings of the study, emphasizing its positive implications and noting the benefits of ctVNS for cognitive performance.

InterestHigh interest

Posts show high interest, with many sharing the study's potential as an innovative, easy-to-use method to combat fatigue during sleep deprivation.

EngagementModerate engagement

While many users express enthusiasm and provide brief summaries of the research, few delve deeply into methodological critique or broader implications, leading to moderate engagement.

ImpactHigh impact

The widespread sharing and emphasis on the technique's benefits suggest that users perceive this research to have significant potential to influence health and sleep management practices.

Abstract in brief

  • Cervical transcutaneous vagal nerve stimulation (ctVNS) is a noninvasive method that may help improve cognitive performance and reduce fatigue during sleep deprivation.
  • The study found that participants receiving active ctVNS performed better on tasks and reported less fatigue than those with sham stimulation.
  • This technique could be a promising alternative to caffeine and other stimulants because it is easy to use, long-lasting, and has fewer side effects.]
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Mithu Storoni
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Stimulating the vagus nerve with a hand held gadget improved aspects of cognitive performance in sleep deprived individuals. Cervical transcutaneous vagal nerve stimulation (ctVNS) improves human cognitive performance under sleep deprivation stress https://t.co/SyXw57apcw

Jun 10, 2021 · 19 likes · 3 shares · 4,181 followers View post →
Cognitive Science
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Cervical transcutaneous vagal nerve stimulation (ctVNS) improves human cognitive performance under sleep deprivation stress https://t.co/9dFZWzBgbr v/ @NatureNews https://t.co/isrlLCuvAq

Jun 10, 2021 · 3 likes · 2 shares · 3,837 followers View post →
Cognitive Science
@CogSciSoc · X

Author Correction: Cervical transcutaneous vagal nerve stimulation (ctVNS) improves human cognitive performance under sleep deprivation stress https://t.co/diEvGFQsIY v/ @NatureNews https://t.co/jpG7gXnd6A

Jul 2, 2021 · 2 likes · 3,837 followers View post →
Marco Cardinale
@Marco_Cardinale · X

Fascinating paper: Cervical transcutaneous vagal nerve stimulation (ctVNS) improves human cognitive performance under sleep deprivation stress | Communications Biology https://t.co/KLRp7VyVj1

Jun 11, 2021 · 1 like · 12,188 followers View post →
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RT @StoroniMithu: Stimulating the vagus nerve with a hand held gadget improved aspects of cognitive performance in sleep deprived individua…

Jun 11, 2021 · 3 shares · 28,378 followers View post →
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Trending on PubMed: Author Correction: Cervical transcutaneous vagal nerve stimulation (ctVNS) improves human cognitive performance under sleep deprivation stress. https://t.co/Y56IftpTML

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山下安音
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迷走神経刺激法 参考文献 Handheld Device Fights Fatigue by Stimulating Vagus Nerve https://t.co/YlHCSH11Ps 元論文 Cervical transcutaneous vagal nerve stimulation (ctVNS) improves human cognitive performance under sleep deprivation stress https://t.co/DM1lTWaK4Q

Sep 8, 2025 · 214 followers View post →
PubMed Trending
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Trending on PubMed: Author Correction: Cervical transcutaneous vagal nerve stimulation (ctVNS) improves human cognitive performance under sleep deprivation stress. https://t.co/Y56IftpTML

Aug 11, 2023 · 5,175 followers View post →
ryo694
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Cervical transcutaneous vagal nerve stimulation (ctVNS) improves human cognitive performance under sleep deprivation stress | Communications Biology https://t.co/vx9DcJBC6G

Jul 4, 2021 · 1,388 followers View post →
Cognitive Science
@CogSciSoc · X

Author Correction: Cervical transcutaneous vagal nerve stimulation (ctVNS) improves human cognitive performance under sleep deprivation stress https://t.co/diEvGFQsIY v/ @NatureNews https://t.co/jpG7gXnd6A

Jul 2, 2021 · 2 likes · 3,837 followers View post →
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RT @rinatie_ceo: Cervical transcutaneous vagal nerve stimulation (ctVNS) improves human cognitive performance under sleep deprivation stres…

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Rina Saltman
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Cervical transcutaneous vagal nerve stimulation (ctVNS) improves human cognitive performance under sleep deprivation stress https://t.co/ubUrSYzJvA

Jul 1, 2021 · 1 share · 3,559 followers View post →
@MomD
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Cervical transcutaneous vagal nerve stimulation (ctVNS) improves human cognitive performance under sleep deprivation stress | Communications Biology https://t.co/Ax7WqI7yN9

Jun 20, 2021 · 639 followers View post →
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RT @CogSciSoc: Cervical transcutaneous vagal nerve stimulation (ctVNS) improves human cognitive performance under sleep deprivation stress…

Jun 12, 2021 · 2 shares · 254 followers View post →
Sharmili Edwin Thanarajah
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RT @StoroniMithu: Stimulating the vagus nerve with a hand held gadget improved aspects of cognitive performance in sleep deprived individua…

Jun 11, 2021 · 3 shares · 573 followers View post →
Nils Kroemer
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RT @StoroniMithu: Stimulating the vagus nerve with a hand held gadget improved aspects of cognitive performance in sleep deprived individua…

Jun 11, 2021 · 3 shares · 2,720 followers View post →
CLaE
@leafs_s · X

RT @StoroniMithu: Stimulating the vagus nerve with a hand held gadget improved aspects of cognitive performance in sleep deprived individua…

Jun 11, 2021 · 3 shares · 28,378 followers View post →
Marco Cardinale
@Marco_Cardinale · X

Fascinating paper: Cervical transcutaneous vagal nerve stimulation (ctVNS) improves human cognitive performance under sleep deprivation stress | Communications Biology https://t.co/KLRp7VyVj1

Jun 11, 2021 · 1 like · 12,188 followers View post →
Vivek Misra
@iVivekMisra · X

RT @CogSciSoc: Cervical transcutaneous vagal nerve stimulation (ctVNS) improves human cognitive performance under sleep deprivation stress…

Jun 11, 2021 · 2 shares · 2,959 followers View post →
Mithu Storoni
@MithuStoroni · X

Stimulating the vagus nerve with a hand held gadget improved aspects of cognitive performance in sleep deprived individuals. Cervical transcutaneous vagal nerve stimulation (ctVNS) improves human cognitive performance under sleep deprivation stress https://t.co/SyXw57apcw

Jun 10, 2021 · 19 likes · 3 shares · 4,181 followers View post →
Cognitive Science
@CogSciSoc · X

Cervical transcutaneous vagal nerve stimulation (ctVNS) improves human cognitive performance under sleep deprivation stress https://t.co/9dFZWzBgbr v/ @NatureNews https://t.co/isrlLCuvAq

Jun 10, 2021 · 3 likes · 2 shares · 3,837 followers View post →