Occipital nerve
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Occipital Nerve
The Occipital Nerve (pronunciation: /ɒkˈsɪpɪtəl ˈnɜːrv/) is a term used in Neuroanatomy to refer to one of the two pairs of nerves that originate from the second and third vertebrae of the Spinal cord.
Etymology
The term "Occipital" is derived from the Latin word "Occiput" which means "back of the skull". The term "Nerve" is derived from the Latin word "Nervus" which means "sinew, tendon, nerve".
Related Terms
- Greater Occipital Nerve: This is a branch of the occipital nerve that provides sensory innervation to the skin along the posterior part of the scalp.
- Lesser Occipital Nerve: This is another branch of the occipital nerve that provides sensory innervation to the area behind the ear.
- Occipital Neuralgia: This is a condition characterized by chronic pain in the upper neck, back of the head and behind the eyes, due to irritation or injury to the occipital nerves.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Occipital nerve
- Wikipedia's article - Occipital nerve
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