BOTOX® for Migraines

If you suffer from migraines, you may have tried many medications, treatments, or natural remedies to attempt to get relief, with limited results. In 2010, BOTOX® was approved to treat chronic migraines. This treatment is appropriate for people with a history of migraines and who experience these painful headaches 15 days or more each month, with the headache lasting for four hours or more.

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Eve Du is a certified Physician Associate with a breadth of experience in interventional pain management, she adminsters BOTOX for migraines in Southlake. She holds a Ph.D. in Molecular and Cellular Biology and is a certified Vampire™ provider and a member of the Cellular Medicine Association, an internationally renowned organization at the forefront of research in the field of cellular regenerative medicine.

BOTOX® Injections for Relief From Chronic Migraines

BOTOX® is a neuromodulator, a type of medication that can halt the signals between nerves and muscles. It is not fully understood how BOTOX® for migraines works, but it is believed that the BOTOX® injections block specific natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) carrying pain signals. The active ingredient in BOTOX® is a purified form of botulinum toxin, known for its smoothing effect when used cosmetically. While the treatment won’t resolve migraines forever, regular treatments have produced excellent results for people suffering from chronic migraines.

Am I a Candidate for BOTOX® for Migraines in Southlake?

You must meet the criteria outlined by the FDA to be eligible for this treatment:

You are 18 years old or older
You suffer chronic migraines 15 or more days per month
The migraines last 4 hours or more

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Are There Any Side Effects?

While the treatment rarely produces any side effects, some people experience minor neck pain after the treatment or a headache.

The product takes a few days to affect the nerves and reduce the pain associated with chronic migraines. Follow all instructions after your injections, and avoid touching, rubbing, or massaging the injection sites.

What is the Treatment Like?

Using BOTOX for migraines in Southlake involves a series of tiny injections in the forehead, scalp, neck, and shoulders. The entire procedure takes about 20 minutes to complete. The BOTOX® is injected into specific points, in tiny quantities, with a very fine needle. If needed, the area to be treated can be numbed with a topical numbing cream to increase comfort and avoid the pinching sensation of the needle.

What is the Recovery Time?

There is no real recovery time after this treatment. You can return to your usual activities but must avoid rubbing the injection sites. You could experience some minor bruising and swelling at the injection sites.

How Long Before I Feel the Results?

The result of the injections will take a few days to appear. This treatment will need to be repeated about every three months. For many people who suffer from chronic migraines, BOTOX® injections have been life-changing.

FDA-Approved Treatment for Migraines: BOTOX®

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration, or FDA, has approved BOTOX® to treat chronic migraines. If you have tried medications to treat your chronic migraines and still suffer, you are likely a suitable candidate for this innovative, state-of-the-art solution.