Apollo Neuro Wearable Vagus Nerve Stimulator for Stress Relief & Sleep Aid

First off I will say that this seemed to be mostly helpful for me. I really wanted it for the Vagus Nerve stimulation and didn't know that it could be stimulated via the arm.I did use ChatGPT and it says "One common method is called the "vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) wrist technique." This technique involves applying gentle pressure to the pulse point on the inner side of the wrist, known as the radial artery" so that's very interesting and also a hint to use this device with the device on the inside of the wrist rather than how they show in the images.I would have loved to keep using it as I used it everyday when I had which was nearing a month. The free trial of the monitor showed that my score kept increasing, although I felt the same, but not everything can be sensed mentally in a short time frame.Battery life was short and I only had one issue with it where it didn't seem to get a full charge even if plugged in until solid green.My biggest issue was the strap. The velcro part that is smoother than the rougher part sticks to became too smooth and the rough part would no longer stick. This started less than 2 weeks into use. It was always coming off. I have a small wrist so I couldn't just move it around and had it about on the smallest it could go to stick full even at the start. It seems like this is a common issue for what I seen along with the battery issue after a while, and it was suggested to use a paper clip for this, but I tried it and it just dug into my skin or would snag. I felt that if this could happen less than 2 weeks in on an expensive device like this, I could not keep it. It is a defective product in that case. I could see if I was active and caused it but due to the issues that I needed this device for, I sat most of that time.I have since returned it for a refund. I really hope the company designs a new type of strap so that this does not happen.Also, it could use an update from micro-usb to USB-C.It's unfortunate as would have liked to keep using it, but I can't if I can't keep it on my wrist.

Before purchasing the Apollo, I was quite skeptical about whether it could truly live up to its promises. I initially bought it to help with my sleep issues, and to my delight, it has done just that—and more. This device not only improved my sleep significantly but also enhanced my overall well-being in ways I didn't expect.The Apollo has multiple settings to choose from, each tailored to a different part of the day or a specific need, such as relaxation, focus, or energy. I was pleasantly surprised by how effectively these modes helped me transition through various parts of my day. The subtle vibrations seem to nudge my body into the desired state without any intrusive sensations.Although I had reservations about its battery life, with mindful management and regular charging routines, I haven’t found it to be a significant inconvenience. Yes, it could be better, but it's a small trade-off for the benefits it offers.Overall, the Apollo has exceeded my expectations and proven its worth in multiple aspects of my daily routine. For anyone sitting on the fence about trying this device, I recommend giving it a shot. It might just surprise you as much as it did me. Five stars, without a doubt! -REVIEW UPDATE after a few weeks:Purpose: Helps with sleep.Process:Strap on the Apollo device.Go to bed.Turn on the app and select the sleep mode.Experience:As you lie in bed, your mind starts to rewind, thinking about your day or future, whether good or bad.You feel a gentle BUZZ, BUZZ, BUZZ on your wrist.This sensation makes you aware, causing you to pause and wonder what it is.Your mind WANTS to go back to thinking and rewinding, but the anticipation of the next vibration keeps you focused.The vibration happens again, breaking the cycle of repetitive thoughts.You begin to breathe and count the seconds until the next vibration.Gradually, you find the rhythm of the vibrations and stay in tune with them.Effect:The vibrations distract your mind from overthinking, essentially erasing those thoughts.This allows you to focus on relaxing and preparing for sleep.The process might be termed "Distraction Therapy" as it clears the brain, aiding in relaxation and sleep.Potential Benefits: Could be effective for anxiety and other conditions.Conclusion:This is a personal account of how the Apollo device works for me.It helps clear my mind and allows me to focus on relaxing and sleeping. I can certainly see the value for using it for other times, axienty, refocusing, and relaxing, etc.

I am well-versed in daily meditation, breathwork, and mindfulness, but have cortisol issues due to external stressors and perimenopause, so I was really hoping this would be helpful, as my functional medicine physician recommended a vagal nerve stimulator on top of continuing my normal calming practices. I bought one a couple month ago, and returned it, only to have the company reach out afterward and say it seemed my app had a known bug that caused a lot of disconnections.So I gave it another shot & repurchased. I bought this bundled with the larger band. Unfortunately, I think either this one is either *more* defective, or they still haven't fixed the app. It still disconnects. It still doesnt start on scheduled times every time it's supposed to. But on top of that, the vibration isn't as intense as the first one was, despite me turning up the intensity higher than I had it on the initial one I tried. I use it quite frequently throughout the day. I find the vibration soothing (except for the Energy one...which I find stress-inducing, almost like it amps up a distracting feeling of panic), but I do not believe it does anything physically calming. I think i'd keep it if it was like $50-$100, because it's simply just a little buzzer that gives me something to focus on when I meditate or breathe throughout the day, kind of a neat little tool. But there is no way it's worth the going rate, unfortunately. I find the odds that I got a defective one twice (or that the app isn't doing what it's supposed to do), relatively low. So, I think this is just the product. But man, great in theory!

UPDATE: I decided to give it another try. As long as I use it once a night, I don't get a headache. I put it in the Sleep Mode when I go to bed for 120 minutes. When I wake up later, I still feel drowsy and can usually go back to sleep pretty well. I'm usually more awake by 5 a.m. and would love to put it on for another 30 minutes, but don't want a headache. I will eventually try it. This is a good product. The customer service was very good.********They say you can use it as much as you want without any side effects. It did help me sleep at 55% level, but after several days it produced an unbelievable headache during the night/early morning. As soon as I stopped using it, the headache subsided. Very disappointing.********I did receive a message from the seller after this was first posted stating that I would receive a refund. I have received nothing.

I’ve had my device for a couple weeks now, I use it every day on a schedule that is within the app.I notice a significant difference in my life:- I am much more calm during my commuting- I have a deeper sleep, I’m not waking up throughout the night like I was- I stay calm now during tough meetings in my job- my skin looks healthier in my face each day now, it’s much brighter- I now notice if my anxiety is increasing and I turn my device on to calm and I notice it reduces.I will continue with my device and I actually have family who are buying them also to try after seeing how much calmer I am with it.If you have anxiety, this is much worth the try.