What to Expect Before, During, and After Occipital Nerve Decompression Surgery

The worse disorder known as occipital neuralgia produces severe headaches and nerve pain starting at the base of the skull. Should it go untreated, it can profoundly affect daily living. At Migraine Surgery Specialty Center , we offer Botox for occipital neuralgia as an effective treatment to provide lasting relief from chronic pain. Understanding Occipital Neuralgia When the occipital nerves—which extend from the spinal cord to the scalp—become swollen or compressed, a condition known as occipital neuralgia results. Severe discomfort in the head and neck resulting from this can feel as though it is electric shocks, throbbing, or burning sensation. Though many people confuse it with migraines, occipital neuralgia is a different disorder needing specific therapy. How Botox Helps Occipital Neuralgia Botox for occipital neuralgia works by relaxing muscles and blocking pain signals from overactive nerves.  Botox provides great relief by helping to lower inflammation and pain transmi...