Atypical primary headache responding to finger pressure: possible involvement of the vagus nerve?

J Headache Pain. 2007 Feb;8(1):60-2. doi: 10.1007/s10194-007-0355-6. Epub 2007 Jan 15.

Abstract

We describe a case of atypical primary headache strongly responsive to prolonged pressure in the anterior aspect of the neck. We hypothesize that, at least in this case, the trigemino-cervical system and its connections with the vagus nerve are involved.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Fingers / innervation*
  • Fingers / physiopathology
  • Headache / pathology*
  • Headache / physiopathology*
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged
  • Pressure*
  • Vagus Nerve Diseases / complications*