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Is a GON block the right treatment for you? Book a free initial consultation with one of our headache specialists and get a professional assessment.
GON stands for Greater Occipital Nerve.
A GON block is a treatment where a local anesthetic and, in some cases, a corticosteroid are injected around the nerve in the back of the head.
The treatment is used in the field of headache and pain management and can, in some cases, be relevant as part of an overall treatment plan.
Whether the treatment is relevant depends on your symptoms, your medical history, and previous treatment attempts.
If you recognize several of these symptoms, it may be relevant to determine whether a GON block is right for you. Many of the people we evaluate for a GON block experience, among other things:
Persistent headache
Pain or tenderness in the back of the head
Headache originating from the neck or back of the head
Symptoms following a concussion
Migraine despite other treatment
Recurrent headaches or pain
Symptoms that affect your daily life, sleep, or work
We start with a free, no-obligation consultation where we review your symptoms, previous treatments, and your options.
A specialist will assess whether a GON block is relevant for you, or if another treatment would make more sense.
We take your overall symptom profile as our starting point and tailor the treatment to your specific situation.
A GON block can stand alone or be part of a larger treatment plan, depending on your needs.
When relevant, we use the "Follow the Pain" principle with up to 40 extra units – at no additional cost.
We monitor the effect over time and continuously assess how the treatment impacts your symptoms, your function, and your daily life.
The goal of the treatment is to determine whether a block of the greater occipital nerve can contribute to less pain and better daily functioning.
Some patients experience relief after the treatment, while others experience limited or no effect.
That is why we always follow up to assess whether the treatment has had the desired effect and what makes sense as a next step.
From the first consultation to follow-up, we are with you every step of the way. We tailor the program to your symptoms and continuously evaluate what makes the most sense for you.
We will clarify your symptoms, previous treatments, and whether a GON block might be relevant for you.
If the treatment is deemed relevant, we will plan the next steps.
The treatment is performed by administering an injection around the greater occipital nerve at the back of the head.
We monitor the effect and assess the need for further treatment or other interventions.
Individual reactions to a GON block vary. Whether the treatment should be repeated depends on the effect you experience. We will monitor the results and work with you to determine the best course of action.
You only book and pay for one treatment at a time, with no obligation to commit to further sessions in advance.
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Patient experiences speak louder than words – here they share their stories.
"It was a huge help that I could get an appointment within the same week and didn't need a referral. All in all, my experience with Hemi was absolutely fantastic, and my meeting with the specialist was both very personal and professional."
“I was in safe hands with specialists who truly understood my situation. The digital solution meant that help was always within reach.”
“Receiving treatment online has worked surprisingly well. It has been absolutely optimal to be able to sit at home and thereby avoid both waiting time and driving back and forth. Especially on those days when my head feels heavy.”
"In just a few months, my quality of life has improved significantly. Through my conversations with the headache nurse, I have become much more aware of my own thought patterns and the fear I have of the next migraine attack."
A GON block is a treatment where medication is injected around the greater occipital nerve at the back of the head.
Some patients experience relief after treatment, while others see limited or no effect. Therefore, we always assess individually whether the treatment makes sense as part of the overall treatment plan.
This treatment may be relevant for selected patients with migraine, post-traumatic headache, post-concussion headache, or pain in the back of the head and neck.
Some patients experience results within a few days, while for others, it takes longer.
The effect varies significantly from person to person. This is assessed individually during follow-up.
The free initial consultation can be conducted online. The treatment itself requires an in-person visit to one of Hemi's clinics.
A GON block is performed in person at one of Hemi's clinics by a healthcare specialist.
No. You can book a free introductory call directly with Hemi.
You can always see our current prices on our price list, and with a regular treatment plan at Hemi, you automatically receive our package pricing for your sessions.
You book and pay for only one treatment at a time. Before your treatment, please contact us so we can help you book a free consultation.
Find our price list and terms for package pricing below.
Start with a free, no-obligation consultation with one of our specialists to get a professional assessment of your options.
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