@anatomymuscl: HEADACHE AT THE BACK? LOOK AT THIS NERVE. 🧠⚡ That pain or sensitivity at the base of the skull may not be coming from the area that feels painful. Meet the greater occipital nerve — a sensory nerve associated primarily with the C2 spinal nerve. It travels from the upper cervical region, beneath the suboccipital muscles, and toward the back of the scalp. When this pathway becomes irritated, symptoms can sometimes include pain, tenderness, burning, or scalp sensitivity. But here’s the important part… Not every headache comes from the neck. The same symptom can have different causes, which is why proper assessment matters. Understanding the occipital nerve pathway can help explain the connection between chronic pain, cervical spine health, physical therapy, and pain management. 🔬 FOLLOW THE NERVE… NOT JUST THE PAIN. 💾 Save this anatomy breakdown and share it with someone who experiences recurring headaches. 💬 Where is the discomfort usually felt — base of the skull or scalp? #ChronicPain #NeckPain #PhysicalTherapy

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