Professor Ingo Froboese stated that the vagus nerve, also known as the "wandering nerve," performs extremely important functions in the human body; it connects the brain with internal organs such as the heart, lungs, and intestines. It also gathers information from various parts of the body and sends it immediately to the brain when something is wrong.
The professor from the German University of Sport in Cologne added that the vagus nerve not only assists in healing but also contributes to recovery and regeneration; without it, one heals more slowly and ages faster. The vagus nerve can become obstructed at the lower side of the skull, above the cervical vertebrae, where it passes through a small opening. Because of this blockage, the vagus nerve cannot perform its functions effectively.
This blockage can be addressed through some simple exercises that can stimulate it, such as the following head rotation exercise: Tilt your head to the side as far as possible as if you want to drain water from your ear, then lower your head back as if you want to look at the stars, then rotate your head as if you want to drain water from your other ear, and finally close the circle by placing your chin on your chest until you feel a comfortable stretch in the back of your neck.
This exercise not only helps relax the neck and upper neck muscles but also benefits the vagus nerve; it gives it enough space to move, allowing it to perform its designated functions properly.
