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Occipital Neuralgia

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Most of the feeling in the back and top of the head is transmitted to the brain by the several sets of occipital nerves. These nerves travel up the center and both sides of the head. Emerging from between bones of the spine in the upper neck, the  occipital nerves make their way through muscles, facial layers and other structures at the back of the head and into the scalp. They sometimes reach nearly as far forward as the forehead, but do not cover the face or other areas in the front of the head, as these areas are covered by other nerves.

Compression and /or irritation of one these nerves anywhere along their course can cause problems. The resulting issue is that you may feel shooting, zapping, electric, or tingling in the scalp.  This feeling, sometimes painful, feels very similar to that of injuring the ulnar nerve at the elbow (“hitting the funny bone”). Sometimes the pain can also seem to shoot forward (“radiate”) toward one eye. In some patients, the scalp becomes extremely sensitive to even the lightest touch, making washing the hair or lying on a pillow nearly impossible. In still other patients, there may be numbness in the affected area. The region where the nerves enter the scalp may be extremely tender.

We have developed an extensive protocol to help us determine which patients might have these issues and would be the best candidates for possible nerve decompression surgery for headache.  By best candidate, we mean those patients who are most likely to get the most benefit following the surgery. If this sounds like you and you are interested in seeing if you might be a surgical candidate, please contact our offices by phone or email and we will get the evaluation process started for you.

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   This survey involve the use of secure interactive electronic equipment.
   I understand that there are potential risks to using technology, including service interruptions, interception, and technical difficulties.
   I understand that I have the right to refuse to participate or decide to stop participating in the survey at any time.I may cancel my survey at any time by contacting River Oaks Plastic Surgery Center at  (713) 522-8228
   I understand that the laws that protect privacy and the confidentiality of my private information apply to this survey.
   I understand that this survey is a screening tool and will not result in any particular treatment recommendation/s.
   I acknowledge that taking this survey does NOT establish a doctor – patient relationship
   I understand that  goal of the screening survey is to ensure that patients with head and neck pain are on the right path toward pain relief which may or may NOT include surgery.
   I understand that this survey will be governed by all applicable laws, rules, and policies of the State of Texas.  Any dispute between provider and patient will be decided in the State of Texas using the laws of the State of Texas.  Additionally, venue for any dispute will be decided in a Harris County state court.  Any dispute arising out of or related to this survey, including but not limited to any claim for breach of contract, shall be resolved by binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. The arbitration shall be held in Houston, Texas, and shall be conducted by a single arbitrator. The arbitrator’s decision shall be final and binding on the parties, and judgment may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction. The prevailing party in the arbitration shall be entitled to recover its reasonable attorney’s fees and costs.”

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This survey involve the use of secure interactive electronic equipment.
I understand that there are potential risks to using technology, including service interruptions, interception, and technical difficulties.
I understand that I have the right to refuse to participate or decide to stop participating in the survey at any time.
I may cancel my survey at any time by contacting River Oaks Plastic Surgery Center at  (713) 522-8228
I understand that the laws that protect privacy and the confidentiality of my private information apply to this survey.
I understand that this survey is a screening tool and will not result in any particular treatment recommendation/s.
I acknowledge that taking this survey does NOT establish a doctor – patient relationship
I understand that  goal of the screening survey is to ensure that patients with head and neck pain are on the right path toward pain relief which may or may NOT include surgery.
I understand that this survey will be governed by all applicable laws, rules, and policies of the State of Texas.  Any dispute between provider and patient will be decided in the State of Texas using the laws of the State of Texas.  Additionally, venue for any dispute will be decided in a Harris County state court.  Any dispute arising out of or related to this survey, including but not limited to any claim for breach of contract, shall be resolved by binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. The arbitration shall be held in Houston, Texas, and shall be conducted by a single arbitrator. The arbitrator’s decision shall be final and binding on the parties, and judgment may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction. The prevailing party in the arbitration shall be entitled to recover its reasonable attorney’s fees and costs.”

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