Trigeminal Neuralgia Treatment By David Newell, MD

Trigeminal neuralgia causes include blood vessels pressing on the trigeminal nerve, which is the most common cause of trigeminal neuralgia, however in some cases the cause is unknown. The most common blood vessel to cause compression of the trigeminal nerve and trigeminal neuralgia is the superior cerebellar artery or a branch of this artery. On occasion one or more large veins can irritate or compress the nerve and cause the condition. David Newell, MD has more than 25 years of experience treating a variety of neurosurgical disorders of the brain and spine, including conditions which affect the skull, spine and peripheral nerves. Call at (206) 661-6100 for more information about trigeminal neuralgia treatment or visit our website.