Trigeminal neuralgia (TN) is a debilitating, chronic syndrome that causes sudden, severe, electric shock-like pain in the face, according to a news release from University Hospitals. While TN isn’t ...

Stereotactic surgery uses focused radiation to damage nerve tissue (trigeminal nerve) to prevent or disrupt pain signals in your brain. We can use stereotactic radiosurgery to treat trigeminal ...

A percutaneous rhizotomy is a minimally invasive procedure to treat trigeminal neuralgia. Our surgeons use a small needle to make a controlled, minor injury to one of your facial nerves (your ...

Atypical trigeminal neuralgia (ATN) is a chronic pain condition characterized by persistent facial pain that does not respond well to conventional medical treatments, often leading to significant ...

A nerve block works by preventing pain signals from reaching the brain. There are permanent and temporary options. Both are generally safe procedures. Nerve blocks are an effective way to prevent, ...

LOS ANGELES — Peripheral nerve blocks (PNBs) are effective in relieving headache pain, regardless of whether the procedure is done in private practice or at an academic center. Practitioners typically ...

The trigeminal nerve is a cranial nerve. It arises from the brainstem, and its branches cover your face and head. The trigeminal nerve is a paired nerve — you have one on each side. Its chief function ...

He further stated, “Now it is very easily treatable. There is a gamma knife surgery. They fix screws on your face for 7-8 hours. They make you lie down and with the gamma knife…” he said as he ...