If you suffer from migraine and are tired of constant headaches, this article can be good news for you. Fortunately, migraine can be treated with Botox injections. Did you think that there is no cure for migraine and you just need to eliminate the cause of migraine headaches? Yes. Until recently, there was no cure for migraines, but the Botox injection technique for treating migraines has been proposed after
conducting research in Europe and America and has finally managed to receive a certificate from the Food and Drug Administration of America. In this article, we are going to provide information about Botox and migraines.
What is a migraine?
Migraine is a type of headache that can affect a person with low or high intensity, in different periods of time. Migraine headaches usually start with low intensity, but over time, they become more intense and in acute cases, they will be accompanied by nausea, vomiting, etc. In most migraine sufferers, light, loud noise, lack of sleep, irregular sleep, nervous tension, etc. are the reasons for the onset of headaches.
Unfortunately, with the progress of societies towards mechanization and increasing intellectual concerns, the prevalence of such headaches has increased among people. But facial botox for migraine treatment is a method that has been able to help many people with migraines.
What is Migraine Botox?
Migraine treatment with Botox is one of the most effective treatment methods that has many fans due to its simplicity and great effectiveness. But how does Botox injection technique work? By preventing the release of pain signals in the nerve terminals of the head and neck, Botox reduces the transmission of pain to the spinal cord, and as a result, it has been able to be an effective treatment for migraines.
Who can use Botox to treat migraines?
The diagnosis of Botox injection site in migraine is done by a specialist doctor after the necessary examinations and tests. Botox injections for migraines are usually very effective for people who suffer from headaches in the back of the head, along with neck pain, as well as people who suffer from seizures.
It should be noted that menstrual headaches, headaches caused by blood pressure and sinusitis cannot be treated with Botox. The doctor’s diagnosis is the first word to start the treatment with Botox injection in migraine; Because not every headache can be considered a migraine. According to the research conducted on the people who chose the Botox injection method to treat their migraines, more than 60% of people were satisfied with the effect of Botox on migraines.
How long does botox last for migraines?
In general, Botox is not a 100% cure for migraines, but it does reduce the frequency and severity of headaches. The durability of Botox is 4-6 months, but it depends on the location, the number of injections and the physical condition of each person.
After several injection sessions, when the patient’s condition is stable, the intervals between the injection sessions become longer. Most patients see a 50% reduction in migraine headaches after two injection sessions.
Migraine botox injection areas
If you have used Botox for beauty, you are familiar with how to inject it. In Iran, to remove wrinkles, botox injections are usually used in the forehead with Dysport or Botox Mesport brands, both of which are approved by the Food and Drug Organization and the Ministry of Health. If you don’t have Botox injection experience, you can read everything about Botox Dysport in our blog. Botox migraine injection areas are chosen by the doctor, but usually, it is injected in the following areas:
- forehead
- Both temples
- Back and sides of the neck
- The upper part of the shoulders
- behind
What is the cost of Botox injection for migraine?
Calculating the price of migraine treatment with Botox is the same as other Botox injections and is not much different. The cost of Migraine Botox usually varies according to the type, brand of Botox, injected dose and doctor’s skill.
Complications of Botox injections for migraines
If you are constantly suffering from migraines and have given up on Botox injection due to fear of side effects, it must be said that your fear is unfounded. Botox injection is one of the safest treatment methods, both in cosmetic applications and in treatment.
Of course, some people who do Botox around the eyes sometimes experience drooping eyelids after Botox injection, which is very rare. Of course, eyelid drooping is not a very serious complication, because it is temporary and the problem is usually resolved after two weeks and during the Botox restoration session. In therapeutic applications, Botox does not have any complications and in some very rare cases, it may cause hives and redness, which is a sign of sensitivity to Botox.
Care after Botox Migraine injection
Post-injection care is very important because of its direct effect on the durability of Botox. It is recommended to observe the following to achieve the desired results:
- Avoid touching and massaging the injection area because it causes the Botox material to shift.
- Avoid direct sunlight for 24 hours.
- Alcohol consumption causes blood thinning and aggravates bruises.
- For at least 7 days before and after Botox, avoid skin exfoliation, microdermabrasion, etc.
- Avoid wearing makeup after Botox.
- For a few days after the injection, avoid sports activities such as running, long walks, etc.
- Avoid bathing with hot water.
last word
Migraine affects people’s lives to a great extent and prevents sufferers from doing daily tasks. Although Botox is not a 100% treatment method, it reduces the occurrence of headaches by at least 50%. It is recommended to visit a skilled doctor for Botox migraine.
