Occipital nerve blocks are injections placed near the occipital nerves at the back of the head to help relieve migraines, occipital neuralgia, and other headache disorders. These nerves can become irritated or inflamed, leading to pain that radiates from the neck or back of the skull into the scalp and head. By reducing irritation around the nerve, the treatment may help lessen headache frequency and intensity. This procedure is commonly used as part of a broader neurology-based headache treatment plan.
Occipital nerve blocks are an important treatment option for patients experiencing severe headaches originating from the back of the head or neck. At Universal Neurological Care, this procedure is performed by clinicians who specialize in diagnosing and treating complex headache disorders.
Before recommending the treatment, our physicians conduct a thorough neurological evaluation to determine whether occipital nerve irritation is contributing to the patient’s symptoms. This ensures that the procedure is used in the most appropriate clinical context.
Patients often benefit from receiving treatment in a clinic that focuses specifically on neurological conditions. This allows physicians to monitor progress closely and combine therapies when needed to improve headache management.
