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This short video shows Occipital pain in the context of “Occipital headache / pain at the back of the head.” The most common "muscle culprits" are suboccipital muscles, the upper part of m. trapezius, m. This links the muscle’s location and role in movement with the areas where tension or pain may be felt.
The most common "muscle culprits" are suboccipital muscles, the upper part of m. trapezius, m. The clip places this within “Occipital headache / pain at the back of the head” so it is easier to understand what is happening in the area, not only where symptoms are felt.
Muscle pain is not always local. When a muscle is overloaded or lacks control during movement, tension or pain can also be felt in a nearby area.
This is an educational visual linked to “Occipital headache / pain at the back of the head.” If symptoms keep returning, restrict movement, or their source is unclear, a functional assessment is a more useful next step than guessing.