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DiscussionOccipital Neuralgia: What treatments work for you?
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Hi @blueskies10, it sounds Iike a very difficult time for you. I'msorry and am hopeful you've had some settling after taking gabapentin steadily with increased dose. It may take time to provide relief. In addition to nerve medication, what has worked for me are very basic tools to work alongside, like diaphragmatic breathing, mindfulness exercises, physical fitness and joyful, funny distraction. I know it sounds crazy, but the more you direct your brain elsewhere, the more likely your brain can stop "accessing it's pain network". What sorts of distraction do you find enjoyable? Do you have hobbies you enjoy or phone calls to someone who makes you laugh?