[Pain Treatment]
Persistent migraine may be occipital neuralgia
Recognising pain that starts at the back of the neck and spreads over the head as an occipital nerve problem.
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Persistent migraine-like headaches that do not respond to treatment may be caused by occipital neuralgia.
In occipital neuralgia, the pain usually starts at the back of the neck and spreads to the back of the head, the top of the head and the temples.
The pain may feel throbbing, stabbing, burning or like an electric shock.
The pain may get worse with neck movements, and the neck and the back of the neck may be tender.
Sensitivity to light and sound may develop, so it is often mistaken for migraine.
Compression or irritation of the occipital nerves is one of the main causes of the pain.
Making the correct diagnosis is the most important step towards effective treatment.
Radiofrequency (RF) treatment is a treatment option that targets the nerve fibres causing the pain and can provide long-term pain control.
With RF treatment, pain may be reduced, quality of life may improve and the need for medication may decrease.
With the correct diagnosis and appropriate treatment, it is possible to bring the pain under control.