So given that the mammalian diving reflex also stimulates the vagus nerve, is anybody researching its effects on inflammation? Seems like it might be preferable to suggest swimming therapy rather than immediately jumping to surgical implants. (plus the exercise probably can't hurt) Or does the surgical implant provide stimulation in a different amount/manner than the diving reflex would?
Especially given the cost! There are a lot cheaper ways to stimulate the vagus nerve. They could have spent more on implementing proper control groups and still saved money.
