Occipital neuralgia is a painful condition characterised by pain originating in the upper neck and back of the head. It radiates from the sub-occipital region over the top or side of the head and behind the eyes. Pain is described as paroxysmal shooting or stabbing in the dermatomes corresponding to the lesser and greater occipital nerves. Hypo- or dysaesthesia in the affected area can accompany the pain.

Read more about occipital neuralgia in an interesting case study by Neurosurgeon, Dr Norman Ma. 

Orthopaedic Surgeon, Dr Geoff Askin, works closely with the Biomechanics and Spine Research Group, using 3D printing to create life size models from patient scans, this assists in explaining complex deformities and surgical plans to patients/parents.

Dr Geoff Askin is an orthopaedic spine specialist, who solely focuses on adult and paediatric spinal surgery. He has particular special interests in: minimally invasive scoliosis surgery, spinal tumours, scoliosis, degenerative conditions of the spine.

Read more about Dr Askin on our website. 

Join Cure Brain Cancer Foundation, in partnership with the Newro Foundation, for an inspirational walk to support those impacted by brain cancer.

After you complete the walk, enjoy a gourmet BBQ and entertainment for all ages.

The walk is an hour earlier this year, check out the Walk4BrainCancer website for more details and registration. 

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