How does a greater occipital nerve injection work?
A greater occipital nerve injection contains a combination of local anaesthetic (such as lidocaine) and a steroid (such as methylprednisolone). These medications work together to relieve pain and reduce inflammation. The local anaesthetic numbs the greater occipital nerve and reduces pain signals between the nerve and the brain, and the steroid reduces inflammation around the nerve.
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