03/10/2026
Trigeminal neuralgia is often described as the worst pain known to medicine.
This condition affects the trigeminal nerve, which carries sensation from the face to the brain. For those living with trigeminal neuralgia, even simple everyday activities like talking, brushing teeth or chewing can trigger intense facial pain.
In many cases, the pain is caused by pressure on the trigeminal nerve from a nearby blood vessel.
One treatment option is microvascular decompression, a neurosurgical procedure that relieves that pressure and targets the root cause of the pain.
If you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms like sudden electric shock–like pain in the face, it may be time to speak with a specialist.
Our neurosurgical team at Princeton Brain, Spine & Orthopedics specializes in advanced treatment options for trigeminal neuralgia.
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