Migraines are intense – and people who suffer from them know this very well.
With pain affecting a whole side of the head and lasting for several days, migraines often come with nausea, blurry vision and aversion to light and noise. It’s certainly no walk in the park.
Since 2010, people with chronic migraines have been able to find relief with Botox treatments. The medical team at Revive Medical Center now offers this treatment as an option for those living with migraines.
So what do you need to know before considering Botox for your migraine treatment?
What is Botox?
Botox is a neurotoxin form of botulinum toxin. It is produced by the bacteria that causes botulism, a type of poison that thrives in conditions where no oxygen is present. Although it is a type of poison, when Botox botulinum toxin is purified, it can be used in small doses to temporarily reduce muscle contractions in specific areas.
Medically, Botox is used to treat certain muscular conditions; while cosmetically, it is used to minimize wrinkles by causing temporary muscle paralysis.
How does Botox treat chronic migraines?
Botox is FDA approved for use on patients with chronic migraines lasting 15 days or more per month. It is injected around the pain fibers associated with headaches, entering the nerve endings and blocking the release of pain signals from the body.
Doctors use this treatment to help prevent migraines before they begin, and it often takes two to three treatments for patients to experience results. The average cycle of treatment is approximately 10-12 weeks, and most patients report 50 percent fewer days with migraines after two injections.
Should I try Botox?
Botox has been approved by the FDA for use in adults who are 18 and older. When used for children or teens, it is considered an ‘off-label’ treatment that may not be covered by insurance.
Botox for chronic migraines is most often administered by a headache specialist or neurologist, so if you are currently experiencing chronic migraines, consider visiting the team at Revive Medical Center for relief.
Our team is dedicated to helping patients find healthy alternatives for ending their pain quickly and reviving their lives through advanced techniques that do not require medications or surgery.
Schedule your no-obligation consultation by calling our Lawrenceville, Georgia, office today.
