The image show two optic nerves, six weeks after they have been crushed (injury marked with a rhombus.) The nerves project fibers from left to right. Live nerve tissue glows green in this image, while ...

When it comes to brain health, the vagus nerve might not always be top of mind. But this mighty nerve serves an important function: It sends information between your brain and other vital organs, and ...

The vagus nerve is getting a lot of attention online these days. As just one of 12 paired cranial nerves, you may wonder what’s so special about it. But if you’ve seen people on social media sharing ...

The main nerve of your parasympathetic nervous system (PNS), your vagus nerve relays messages between your brain, digestive system, and heart. Your PNS helps your body relax and recover after stress - ...

The median nerve is one of many peripheral nerves that extend throughout the body. This nerve in particular provides important control of the hand, wrist, and forearm and is commonly associated with ...

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The peroneal is one of the major nerves in your leg, and the most common injury symptom is weakness when raising your toes. Treating it depends on the underlying cause, but it can include ...

Oculomotor nerve palsy is a nerve condition that affects your vision. It can lead to double vision and difficulties using both eyes together. A weakness in the oculomotor nerves causes this condition, ...