Effect of Neurodynamic Mobilization of Vagus Nerve on Irritable Bowel Syndrome in Women

IBS is a chronic functional gastrointestinal disorder that profoundly affects patients' quality of life (QOL). Among the various symptoms, abdominal pain was the most commonly reported and often perceived as the most debilitating. Some patients, particularly mothers, even described it as more intense than labor pain. This pain led to a range of negative consequences, including impaired concentration, sleep disturbances, episodes of fainting, vomiting, physical immobility, inability to work, and feelings of depression .Neural mobilization promotes improved mobility and interaction between nerves and adjacent tissues (interfaces) through the application of manual techniques or specific exercises .Neurodynamic techniques targeting the vagus nerve have shown potential as an effective approach to promote parasympathetic nervous system activation. The application of vagus nerve neurodynamic techniques was associated with a significant reduction in mean heart rate (HR), suggesting a positive modulatory effect on parasympathetic nervous system activity .The potential therapeutic role of vagus nerve neurodynamic mobilization in managing IBS has not been extensively explored in the literature.

Therefore, this study aims to investigate the effectiveness of neurodynamic techniques targeting the vagus nerve in alleviating symptoms and improving quality of life in patients with IBS.