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Can staring at a computer cause tension in the back of head (occiput)? i have tension in back of head and dizziness. normal ct. massage not effective
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Occipital neuralgia: The greater and lesser occipital nerves live in the back of the head on both sides. The lesser nerve runs towards your ear and the greater nerve runs to top of back of your head. These occipital nerves can be aggravated without any trauma. Tilting head back can cause dizziness if these nerves are aggravated. 7 days or oral steroid or 5 days of Toradol may knock out this irritation to these nerves.
Answered 11/9/2020
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