When we hear Botox, most of us automatically think of its more popular use in the world of cosmetics—primarily for diminishing wrinkles in the forehead, frown lines, and crow’s feet.
But did you know Botox has medical applications as well?
One of it’s main medical benefits is to help prevent and reduce chronic migraines.
“BOTOX® is the first and only FDA-approved preventive treatment for Chronic Migraine. It’s also the only treatment for people with Chronic Migraine that can help prevent headaches and migraines before they even start.” –botoxchronicmigraine.com
How Botox Treats Chronic Migraines in Asheville & Hendersonville
Some victims of migraines can experience up to 15 migraines per month. When Botox is used for headaches, it has been known to prevent about 8-9 headache days per month on average—a reduction of more than 50%!
But how does Botox work for migraines, exactly?
When used to treat migraines, Botox is injected into specific areas of the face where clusters of nerve endings and fibers send pain signals to the nervous system. Botox blocks these nerve endings, preventing the release of chemicals responsible for sending pain signals and causing migraines.
Top 5 Benefits of Botox for Chronic Migraine Sufferers
- It’s preventative.
Once you start to experience the first signs of a migraine, it’s probably already too late. Botox for migraines helps to stop the headaches before you even know they are starting. Most other medications help with the symptoms once they have already started.
- Treatments are sparse.
You will need at least 2 Botox treatments to see how well it works to prevent migraines for you. These treatments are spaced 12 weeks apart and if the treatment is successful, you will continue treatments regularly (every 12 weeks). A single treatment every 3 months can be less of a hassle than taking a pill every day for some people.
- No more pills.
As most of you know, Botox is an injection—but don’t get squeamish yet! The Botox needles are small and painless, when done by a skilled, professional injector.
- It’s administered by a medical professional.
For any kind of treatment, you want to make sure you are being taken care of by an experienced professional. Our DermaBlue injectors are skilled and take pride in making each injection a safe and comfortable experience for every patient.
- It’s quick!
Botox is a quick procedure, and takes less than 15 minutes. In and out during your lunch break if you like!
Schedule a free consultation to see if Botox can help with your migraines
It’s worth a try to get some relief from what can be a very debilitating condition. Ready to find relief from chronic migraines?
DermaBlue offers Botox treatments for chronic migraines in Asheville and Hendersonville, NC. Schedule your free Botox consultation at our Asheville or Hendersonville clinic today! 828.585.5489.
