What is Arnold's Neuralgia?
Arnold's neuralgia is a painful condition that affects the Arnold nerve, located at the base of the skull. This nerve can become irritated or compressed when it passes through certain neck muscles.
Frequent Causes
The neuralgia can be triggered by:
- Local muscle contraction
- Cervical arthritis
- Trauma (shock or prolonged tension)
- Spinal cord injury
Characteristic Symptoms
The pain is often unilateral (on one side only) and can be confused with a migraine. It manifests as:
- Pain behind the head, extending to the top of the skull
- Radiation toward the posterior part of the ear
- Sensitivity in the area above the eye
- Hypersensitivity of the scalp, sometimes to simple touch
What to Do?
At Family Clinic, we offer an integrative and personalized approach:
- Postural and muscular evaluation
- Targeted physiotherapy to release tensions
- Gentle manual techniques (osteopathy, therapeutic massages)
- Ergonomic advice to prevent recurrences
In Summary
Arnold's neuralgia is often poorly diagnosed, but it can be effectively relieved through appropriate care. If you experience these pains, don't hesitate to consult us for a complete assessment and natural accompaniment.
Warm regards, Dr. Said-Alaoui Moulay Abdellah and the Family Clinic Team