Have the nerve to expect more.
Have the nerve to reimagine what’s possible.

Is VNS Therapy® right for you?

 

Take the assessment

About Drug-Resistant Epilepsy

Group 63

Medication alone isn't the answer for 1/3 of people having seizures

Group 64

Drug-resistant epilepsy is diagnosed when a person tries two or more prescribed medications without finding seizure freedom

Group 65

People with drug-resistant epilepsy should consider other non-drug treatment options, like VNS Therapy, to maximize their seizure control and overall quality of life

Sentiva-no-bg 1

VNS Therapy is an add-on treatment for partial-onset drug-resistant epilepsy FDA-approved for people as young as four

Group 63 (1)

VNS Therapy is small device which sends mild pulses through the vagus nerve to areas in the brain in an effort to control seizures

Group 64 (1)

Designed for more seizure-free moments, VNS Therapy works to prevent seizures before they start, and stop them if they do

Group 65 (1)

About 9 out of 10 people with
VNS Therapy experienced improved quality of life

Studies have shown people with VNS Therapy also had improvements in alertness, concentration, and energy

image 42

“I've learned to start finding the beauty in everything and having VNS Therapy has made the biggest difference. I got my life back.
– Aaron

image 41

"Her quality of life — it's changed. It's just miraculous. VNS Therapy
has been a lifesaver."

– Nicole, Vivien’s Mother

 

*These are the experiences of people who have tried VNS Therapy. Individual results may vary.

VNS Therapy can be used in addition to medicine and other treatments. It is not a drug and does not have drug-related side effects.

Infection is the most common side effect of the procedure.

The most common side effects of VNS Therapy include:

- hoarseness
- shortness of breath
- sore throat
- coughing

These side effects generally only occur during stimulation & usually decrease over time.

Is VNS Therapy right for you?

Take the assessment