An occipital headache refers to a type of headache that originates from the occipital region of the head, which is located at the back of the skull. These headaches can be caused by various factors, including tension in the neck muscles, irritation of the occipital nerves, or underlying medical conditions. They can manifest as pain or discomfort in the back of the head and may radiate towards the forehead.
In terms of frequency of use, "occipital headache" is primarily a term used in medical contexts, making it more common in written contexts (such as medical literature, reports, or patient documentation) rather than in casual oral speech.
Многие пациенты, страдающие от затылочной головной боли, часто описывают пульсирующую боль в основании черепа.
Treatment options for an occipital headache may include muscle relaxants or physical therapy.
Варианты лечения затылочной головной боли могут включать миорелаксанты или физиотерапию.
Stress and poor posture can often trigger an occipital headache.
Although "occipital headache" itself is not widely used in idiomatic expressions, similar phrases related to headaches and discomfort exist in English. Here are some example sentences that involve headache-related idioms:
Я бьюсь головой о стену, пытаясь решить эту проблему, и это вызывает у меня затылочную головную боль.
After dealing with endless meetings, I feel like I have a massive headache, and an occipital headache is creeping in.
После бесконечных встреч у меня такое ощущение, что у меня огромная головная боль, и затылочная головная боль подкрадывается.
It seems like every time I look at my screen for too long, I end up with an occipital headache that just won't go away.
The term "occipital" derives from the Latin word "occiput," meaning "the back of the head." The word "headache" comes from the Old English "hædcæg," a compound of "head" and "ache," denoting pain in the head.