Effective Headache Treatment: How Blocks Can Help You

Headaches can be more than just a minor inconvenience—they can disrupt daily life, making even simple tasks unbearable. While painkillers may offer temporary relief, they don’t always address the root cause. Nerve blocks are an advanced, non-surgical treatment option that provides long-lasting relief by targeting the source of pain. At Neurology and Pain Management Clinic (NPMC), Dr. Gautam Arora specializes in nerve block treatments to help patients suffering from chronic headaches regain control of their lives.

What Are Nerve Blocks?

A nerve block is an injection that delivers anaesthetic or anti-inflammatory medication near specific nerves to interrupt pain signals before they reach the brain. These injections reduce inflammation, relax muscles, and provide relief from headaches caused by conditions like migraines, tension headaches, cluster headaches, and occipital neuralgia.

Types of Nerve Blocks for Headaches

Occipital Nerve Block

• Targets the occipital nerves at the back of the head
• Effective for migraines, cluster headaches, and occipital neuralgia
• Reduces pain within minutes and may last for weeks

Sphenopalatine Ganglion Block

• Injected near a nerve cluster behind the nose
• Helps relieve severe migraines, tension headaches, and facial pain
• Can be administered as a nasal spray for non-invasive relief

Trigeminal Nerve Block

• Used for trigeminal neuralgia and chronic migraines
• Numbs the affected nerve, preventing pain
• signals from reaching the brain
  Provides relief for prolonged periods

Benefits of Nerve Block Injections

Immediate Pain Relief – Reduces headache severity within minutes
Long-Lasting Effects – Relief can last from weeks to months
Non-Surgical Solution – Avoids the risks and recovery time of surgery
Minimal Side Effects – A safer alternative to long-term pain medication

Is a Nerve Block Right for You?

If headaches are interfering with your daily life and traditional treatments haven’t worked, a nerve block might be the solution you need. At NPMC, Dr. Gautam Arora carefully evaluates each patient’s condition to determine the most effective treatment plan. Schedule a consultation today and take the first step toward lasting headache relief!