What is Occiptial Neuralgia?

Occipital neuralgia is pain that runs from a top of the spine through the scalp. This type of pain may be present as chronic stabbing type of headaches. It can be caused by trauma to the head, repetitive neck movements or a number other medical conditions.

To determine if occipital neuralgia is the cause of your chronic headaches, visit your doctor for a diagnosis.

While occipital neuralgia in not life threatening can be extremely uncomfortable for those who suffer from this type of pain. With the right diagnosis, the right treatment can be determined, which may include physical therapy, interventional procedures and/or medications.

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