Ultrasonographic Visualization of a Bifid Greater Occipital Nerve Causing Occipital Neuralgia

Pain Practice 2026

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Authors: Berkay Yalçınkaya, Ahmet Furkan Çolak, Levent Özçakar
DOI: 10.1111/papr.70120
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References: 2

Abstract

Data sharing not applicable to this article as no datasets were generated or analysed during the current study. Video S1: Illustrative (and metaphorical) ultrasound image demonstrates a bifid greater occipital nerve (arrowheads) on the right side (resembling the eye mask of a Ninja Turtle). iocm, inferior obliquus capitis muscle; sscm, semispinalis capitis muscle. Please note: The publisher is not responsible for the content or functionality of any supporting information supplied by the authors. Any queries (other than missing content) should be directed to the corresponding author for the article.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Peripheral Nerve Disorders Myofascial pain diagnosis and treatment Pain Management and Treatment

Publication details

Journal / source
Pain Practice
Volume
26
Issue
2
Pages
e70120–e70120
Publication date
30 January 2026
Language
EN