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Do you feel sharp or burning pain at the back of your head? Does the pain travel from the upper neck toward the scalp or behind the eyes? Is your scalp sensitive to touch or does neck movement trigger headaches? Are you searching for a βphysiotherapist near meβ for persistent head and neck pain? These symptoms may indicate occipital neuralgia.
What Is Occipital Neuralgia?
Occipital neuralgia occurs when the occipital nerves, which run from the upper neck to the scalp, become irritated or compressed. Poor posture, neck muscle tightness, cervical joint stiffness, or previous neck injury can contribute to this condition. It often causes sharp, shooting pain, scalp tenderness, and restricted neck movement.
How Physiotherapy Helps
Physiotherapy focuses on reducing nerve irritation and improving neck mechanics. Treatment focuses on: Releasing tight neck and upper back muscles Improving cervical spine mobility Strengthening deep neck stabilising muscles Postural correction exercises Nerve mobility techniques
What You Can Try at Home
Maintain proper neck posture, avoid prolonged screen use without breaks, apply gentle heat to relax tight muscles, perform guided neck stretches, and avoid sudden neck movements.
Dr. Deepika Bansal β Physiotherapist in Balewadi, Wakad, Aundh, Pimple Saudagar provides personalised physiotherapy for occipital neuralgia, helping relieve nerve pain and restore comfortable neck movement.
