Occipital cryoneurolysis
Occipital Cryoneurolysis
Occipital cryoneurolysis (pronunciation: /ɒkˈsɪpɪtəl kraɪoʊnʊərˈɒlɪsɪs/) is a medical procedure that involves the use of cold temperatures to temporarily disable the occipital nerves in the back of the head to alleviate chronic headaches or migraines.
Etymology
The term "occipital cryoneurolysis" is derived from three words: "occipital" referring to the occipital bone at the back of the skull, "cryo" from the Greek word "kryos" meaning cold, and "neurolysis" meaning the dissolution or destruction of nerve tissue.
Procedure
The procedure involves the application of a probe cooled to a very low temperature to the occipital nerves. This causes a temporary interruption in the nerve's ability to transmit pain signals, providing relief from chronic headaches or migraines. The effects of occipital cryoneurolysis can last for several months, but the procedure may need to be repeated as the nerves recover.
Related Terms
- Cryotherapy: The general use of low temperatures in medical therapy.
- Neurolysis: The breaking down of nerve tissue, often used to alleviate pain.
- Occipital nerve block: A procedure where medication is injected into the occipital nerves to alleviate pain.
See Also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Occipital cryoneurolysis
- Wikipedia's article - Occipital cryoneurolysis
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