Have chronic pain in back of neck and up and over the head ..both sides and forehead . scalp can be tender .. been 1 1/2 years ... have tried phys. therapy with only temp. minor relief .. am i doomed with this pain forever i am so frustrated .i am 72?

Problem has persisted for almost 2 years so I assume you had had full work up for the etiology. What is the presumed diagnosis? Besides physical therapy, have you received medication(s) for chronic pain such as antidepressant med +/- pregablin/gabapentin because the pain seems consistent with neuropathic pain. If doctor has tried everything without success, you should consider acupuncture.

Obtain an additional opinion from a physiatrist, who may recommend additional rehabilitation steps. If clearcut pain generator has not be clarified, an exam and some testing might be useful.. Good luck.