While there are many drugs to relieve headaches, Botox is approved for frequent headaches of more than 15 days in a month. According to Forbes, patients who receive the Botox injection experience fewer headache days a month. Additionally, Botox has been found to respond better in patients that experience frequent headaches. Therefore, Botox is effective in reducing chronic headaches accompanied by migraine symptoms.
Botox Treatment
Botox works by blocking neurotransmitter chemicals that propagate pain signals emanating from your brain. You will need between 30 – 40 units injected directly to neuromuscular tissue near your pain fibers in either your head or neck. Usually, you will receive the same number of units8uuuju on either side of your head or neck. However, a particular spot with excess migraine pain can receive additional shots. The Botox injection is administered every 12 weeks and up to three months, lowering your migraine headaches.
As reported from Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center, success rates are as high as 92% using botulinum toxin injections to treat patients who didn't respond to headache medications. However, you should consider Botox after trying other preventive treatments with a recommendation from a medical practitioner. Botox is only administered by a licensed healthcare provider trained for Botox treatment.
Benefits of Botox
Besides reducing chronic headaches, Botox can be of use in many other ways. Nevertheless, Botox has been known primarily for cosmetic use by medical spas in Toronto in preventing facial wrinkle appearance. Yet Botox can be used to treat a variety of other conditions such as:
-Cervical dystonia.
-Excess sweating, a condition called hyperhidrosis.
-Bladder dysfunction.
Side Effects of Botox
Though Botox injections are generally safe and well-tolerated, they may have some side effects. Some of the side effects though not common include:
-Eye dryness when used for cosmetic purposes.
-May lead to the worsening of neuromuscular disorders.
-May cause swelling and mild pain at the site of injection.
-Flu-like symptoms and headache.
Botox can be used for both cosmetic and medical purposes. However, it is advisable to seek the advice of your healthcare provider if you need to use Botox for either purpose. Our specialists at Nulook Med Spa will consult you on the risks and cost concerns involved. Call us today!
