Medically reviewed by Smita Patel, DO A headache in the back of the head, also known as an occipital headache, can stem from ...

Common causes of pain in the back of the head are different types of headaches, like tension, migraine, or exertion headaches. In some cases, pain in the back of the head can signal a more severe ...

Whiplash refers to the rapid snapping back of a person's head during a collision, which hyperextends the neck and damages nerves and ligaments, often resulting in chronic symptoms such as ...