{"id":11401,"date":"2025-05-19T11:22:53","date_gmt":"2025-05-19T11:22:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/centromedicoalbar.com\/?page_id=11401"},"modified":"2025-06-19T08:10:54","modified_gmt":"2025-06-19T08:10:54","slug":"migraine","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/centromedicoalbar.com\/en\/migraine\/","title":{"rendered":"Migraine"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\" id=\"wpb-content-root\"><p>[vc_row type=&#8221;vc_default&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"font-size: 40px; line-height: 40px; text-align: left;\"><span style=\"color: #006633;\">Migraine<\/span><\/h1>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;vc_default&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]Technique applied for pain relief: Ultrasound-guided anaesthetic block of the greater occipital nerve.<\/p>\n<p>The ultrasound-guided anesthetic block of the greater occipital nerve is a precise and safe technique for the treatment of various types of headaches. It uses ultrasound to visualize the nerve and adjacent structures, allowing a targeted administration of the local anesthetic (with or without corticosteroids) to relieve headache.[\/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion style=&#8221;modern&#8221; spacing=&#8221;10&#8243; c_icon=&#8221;chevron&#8221; active_section=&#8221;0&#8243; collapsible_all=&#8221;true&#8221;][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;What does it involve?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1632393900413-e611489e-ca77&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]This is a technique performed in the doctor&#8217;s office, with no preparation needed. It involves applying anesthetic to the greater occipital nerve to treat various types of headaches. The greater occipital nerve runs just beneath the skin and over the skull bone at the back of the head. Its superficial location and the use of ultrasound make this a precise, safe, and minimally invasive procedure.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;What materials are used?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1632393900424-eb1a619b-e03e&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Portable ultrasound machine with a high-frequency linear transducer.<\/li>\n<li>Fine needle.<\/li>\n<li>Local anesthetic.<\/li>\n<li>Corticosteroid (in selected headache cases).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Indications&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1632394152151-9099eb27-86cf&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<br \/>\nThis treatment can help with various headache types. Before performing it, we always evaluate to confirm the diagnosis and ensure it\u2019s the most appropriate procedure. Main indications include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Episodic and chronic migraine.<\/li>\n<li>Tension headache.<\/li>\n<li>Cervicogenic headache.<\/li>\n<li>Cluster headache.<\/li>\n<li>Post-traumatic headache (whiplash, cervical surgery).<\/li>\n<li>Occipital neuralgia.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Expected Results&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1632394175666-b83364ac-1499&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<br \/>\nThe occipital nerve block typically provides <strong>rapid pain relief<\/strong>, which may be felt within minutes up to 2\u20133 days afterward. In many cases, pain-free periods last weeks or even months, reducing the need for continuous oral medication. The procedure can be safely repeated if pain returns, tailored to each patient\u2019s needs for long-term symptom control.<br \/>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Advantages&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1632394196434-e6c9c1ce-973c&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Performed in-office with no preparation required.<\/li>\n<li>Safe procedure with virtually no contraindications.<\/li>\n<li>Almost no serious side effects.<\/li>\n<li>No special aftercare: <strong>you can resume normal activities<\/strong> immediately.<\/li>\n<li>Fast-acting and long-lasting effect.<\/li>\n<li>Reduces need for oral medications.<\/li>\n<li>Can be repeated periodically.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1750320640982{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-right: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;padding-left: 30px !important;background-color: #f4f4f4 !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div style=\"margin-bottom: 30px;\">\n<p><strong>EXCLUSIVE PRICE BUY ONLINE<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"width: 100%; line-height: 60px; vertical-align: middle; display: inline-block;\"><span style=\"display: inline-block;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: line-through; line-height: 60px; vertical-align: middle; display: inline-block;\">\u20ac250<\/span><span style=\"line-height: 60px; vertical-align: middle; display: inline-block;\">\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"color: #008000; line-height: 60px; vertical-align: middle; display: inline-block; margin-right: 30px;\"><strong>\u20ac180<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 16px; line-height: 60px; vertical-align: middle;\">You save \u20ac70<br \/>\n<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Down payment:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u20ac40 (*the down payment will be subtracted from the final cost)<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"btnCompra\">[vc_btn title=\"Buy treatment\" style=\"gradient-custom\" gradient_custom_color_1=\"#d95029\" gradient_custom_color_2=\"#af4021\" shape=\"round\" size=\"lg\" align=\"center\" i_icon_fontawesome=\"icomoon-the7-font-the7-cart-12\" button_block=\"true\" add_icon=\"true\" link=\"url:?add-to-cart=11395\"]\r\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>To make an appointment or make any consultation<\/strong><br \/>\n<div class=\"dTelefono\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"><a href=\"mailto:info@centromedicoalbar.com\" target=\"_blank\" data-vc-gradient-1=\"#c1c1c1\" data-vc-gradient-2=\"#5e5e5e\" class=\"vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-lg vc_btn3-shape-round vc_btn3-style-gradient-custom vc_btn3-block vc_btn3-icon-left vc_btn-gradient-btn-619b7081db77a\" style=\"padding-left: 30px; 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For any questions, call us at <span style=\"color: #585858;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #585858;\" href=\"tel:932611480\">93 261 14 80<\/a><\/strong><\/span> or you can also <a href=\"https:\/\/centromedicoalbar.com\/ca\/contacte\/\">contact us<\/a> via email at <strong><span style=\"color: #585858;\"><a style=\"color: #585858;\" href=\"mailto:info@centromedicoalbar.com\">info@centromedicoalbar.com<\/a><\/span><\/strong>. Clinic hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row type=&#8221;vc_default&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;] Migraine [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;vc_default&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]Technique applied for pain relief: Ultrasound-guided anaesthetic block of the greater occipital nerve. 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