Find Relief Beyond Medication for the Pain of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Is rheumatoid arthritis pain stopping you from enjoying life? Have medications stopped working or do they cause unbearable side effects?
Vagus nerve stimulation may be right for you. This minimally invasive procedure has just been approved by the FDA for RA treatment and has shown promising results with very low risks.
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A New Treatment for Rheumatoid Arthritis: Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS)
Now available at Neurosurgery One in Denver and across Colorado
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a painful autoimmune disease that causes chronic joint pain, stiffness, and fatigue. For decades, treatment has relied on medications that suppress the immune system. But now, a breakthrough option is available: vagus nerve stimulation.
What is Vagus Nerve Stimulation?
VNS is a small, implanted device that sends gentle electrical pulses to your vagus nerve — a key nerve that helps regulate inflammation in the body. By calming overactive immune responses, VNS may reduce joint pain, swelling, and stiffness in patients with RA.
How It Works
- Targets inflammation at its source
- Reduces disease activity without broadly suppressing the immune system
- Helps decrease pain, fatigue, and joint stiffness
- May allow patients to reduce or eliminate certain medications
What to Expect
- Outpatient surgery: Device implanted under the skin near the chest, with a small wire connected to the vagus nerve in the neck
- Short recovery: Most patients return home the same day
- Adjustable settings: Your doctor can fine-tune the stimulation for comfort and results; most people need only 1 minute of stimulation daily
Is VNS Right for You?
Vagus nerve stimulation may be an option if:
- You have been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis
- You still experience symptoms despite medication
- You want to explore reducing or stopping use of RA medications
- You do not have severe medical conditions that prevent surgery
Why Choose Neurosurgery One?
- First in Colorado to offer VNS for rheumatoid arthritis
- Board-certified neurosurgeons with 20 years of experience implanting VNS devices
- Comprehensive care — from evaluation through surgery and follow-up
- 6 Convenient locations across metro Denver
- No. 1 ranked neurosurgical practice in Colorado with the most Top Doctors
Schedule an appointment by calling 720.216.2576 or requesting an appointment online.
Why Choose Neurosurgery One?
First in Colorado to offer VNS for rheumatoid arthritis
- Board-certified neurosurgeons with 20 years of experience implanting VNS devices
- Comprehensive care — from evaluation through surgery and follow-up
- 6 Convenient locations across metro Denver
Give us a call at 720.638.7500 or fill out the appointment form and we will call you back.
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