jen_r Posted April 9, 2012 Posted April 9, 2012 This Friday I have an appt for an Occiptal Nerve Block. I have pressure in the back of my head from time to time that drives me insane. I assume this shot is for migraines/headaches though? Anyone ever had this procedure or know anyone that has? Every time I'm @ my nuerology appt I get afraid to ask questions because, quote "You are abnormally anxious about this procedure", says my neurologist. So, now i don't feel comfortable asking questions...
carhill Posted April 9, 2012 Posted April 9, 2012 Here's a mini-FAQ. Interesting procedure. Hadn't heard of it before. Thanks
Author jen_r Posted April 9, 2012 Author Posted April 9, 2012 Ah, wish I didn't read that. Only made me more nervous. But thanks for giving the link lol
carhill Posted April 9, 2012 Posted April 9, 2012 FWIW, a doctor should welcome pertinent questions, like those answered in the FAQ, from a patient. A doctor who would minimize or classify such questions as 'abnormal' in any fashion should be fired. It's OK to fire a doctor who doesn't meet your needs as a patient.
Author jen_r Posted April 9, 2012 Author Posted April 9, 2012 I've had one. It doesn't hurt at all. What's weird is that it sounds kind of like popping bubble wrap as it's being injected. The 2 injection points may be slightly sore afterwards, but that goes away. The injections themselves do not hurt. Unfortunately, it didn't work for me, but I was being treated for chronic migraines. Don't be scared! Neurologists do them all the time. My neurologist probably does 100 a week. I'm worried about it making the pressure in the back of my head worse! I get headaches & migraines, but that isn't the purpose of the shot. So, did you notice ANY odd/different feelings in your head? Or was it like you got a shot and then felt fine the next day?
Author jen_r Posted April 9, 2012 Author Posted April 9, 2012 Ok, thanks so much for telling me your experience.
ShoeGirl Posted April 11, 2012 Posted April 11, 2012 I have had them a few times, the last time was probably 3 years ago. Like jthorne said they don't hurt, I also had them done by a neurologist who did them frequently. As the FAQ said if you have any soreness following the injections use ice the day of the injections to help with the soreness and take it easy the rest of the day. Hope it helps relieve the pressure.
FitChick Posted April 12, 2012 Posted April 12, 2012 Have you seen a chiropractor? Perhaps it's just pressure on a nerve in your neck that could be easily fixed. Have you had xrays?
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