Ortho Sport & Spine Physicians is an expert provider of greater occipital nerve blocks as well as a full range of interventional pain treatments. We are an orthopedic, spine and sports medicine practice that specializes in finding effective solutions to chronic and acute pain conditions. Our practice features a team of interventional spine physicians and orthopedic specialists who are committed to using the most minimally invasive treatments possible to help patients find long-term relief from their pain and other symptoms so they can return to a healthy and active lifestyle.
Treatment for Headaches and Migraines
A greater occipital nerve block is an interventional treatment that can be used to treat tension headaches and migraines. The procedure involves injecting a combination of an anesthetic and a steroid into the space surrounding the greater and lesser occipital nerves that are located on the back of the head, just around the neck area. A greater occipital nerve block serves to reduce the inflammation and swelling of tissue around the occipital nerves thereby reducing the pain and irritation.
The interventional spine physicians from Ortho Sport & Spine Physicians are highly experienced in administering greater occipital nerve blocks. Using this advanced interventional treatment, we are able to help our patients who suffer from migraines and tension headaches get relief from their pain and other symptoms so they can enjoy an improved quality of life. This outpatient procedure takes only a few minutes to complete and most patients are able to return to normal activities the same day as the procedure.
What Is a Greater Occipital Nerve Block?
If you would like to get more information about how this procedure can be used to treat migraines and tension headaches, please contact our Greater Occipital Nerve Blocks Specialists at Ortho Sport & Spine Physicians today to schedule a consultation with one of our pain doctors. We look forward to helping you stay active and live your best life.