During a trigeminal nerve block, a few milliliters of local anesthetic are injected into the soft tissue just in front of the ear where the trigeminal nerve resides. A very fine needle is used for the injection. There will some temporary numbness and possibly soreness or bruising after the injection.

During an occipital nerve block, a few milliliters of local anesthetic, sometimes combined with steroids, are injected under the scalp where the occipital nerve resides. The injection is done at the back of the head just above the neck. A very fine needle is used for the injection. There will some temporary numbness and soreness after the injection.

Skin biopsies are typically taken from the ankle region, leg and thigh although the location can be varied based on the patient’s symptoms and condition. The area is numbed with a local anesthetic and a small piece of skin is removed with a sharp pen-shaped device. This procedure is used to identify small fiber neuropathy and sometimes to assist in diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease.

Botulinium toxin is a biological agent that blocks chemical signals going from the nerves to the muscles. This lasts for a period of up to 3 months, and provides relief for migraine.  With proper precautions this treatment is extremely safe and effective.

An EEG is a test that detects abnormalities in your brain waves, or the electrical activity in your brain. During the procedure, electrodes consisting of small metal discs with thin wires are pasted onto your scalp. The electrodes detect tiny electrical discharges that result from the activity of your brain cells. Come with clean and dry hair with no hairspray, hair products, weaves, wraps, br

An EMG/NCS is a specialized electrical test of your muscles and nerves. The NCS is performed using small electrical impulses to stimulate the nerve and record the response from nerve/muscle. The EMG is performed with a small acupuncture-like needle inserted into your muscles to record electrical activity. Wear a loose fitting short sleeved t-shirt (if testing arms) or loo