Most people know about BOTOX® due to its cosmetic uses for relaxing wrinkles and freezing facial muscles. In recent years, though, BOTOX® has been applied to treat painful, non-cosmetic conditions because of its properties for fighting muscle movements in other body areas. At Southwest Spine & Sports, BOTOX® is used to treat chronic migraine and headaches. If you have any of these conditions and want to learn more about the preventative therapeutic ways BOTOX® can be performed, contact our office in Scottsdale, AZ to set up a consultation today.

CHRONIC MIGRAINE

A migraine is a type of headache that can initially present as a dull aching sensation which then transitions to a constant throbbing, pounding, and pulsating pain that is felt on the side of the head. Chronic migraine is defined as individuals having 15 or more headache days per month, lasting for four hours or more. Chronic migraine headaches may worsen, limiting the ability to perform daily activities. BOTOX® is injected into the muscles in the head and neck to treat chronic migraine. It reduces muscle activity by irreversibly blocking the presynaptic release of acetylcholine into the neuromuscular junction.

Dealing with migraines or uncontrolled muscle movements can seriously impact your daily life, preventing you from work, spending time with your family, or enjoying your favorite activities. But did you know that the same BOTOX® injections often used for smoothing facial wrinkles can offer you relief from these conditions? At Southwest Spine & Sports, we’ve found BOTOX® to be highly effective in treating headaches. Here’s what you can expect:

• Quick procedures with minimal discomfort
• Potent relief from pain and associated symptoms
• Results typically kick in within a month for migraines.
• Fewer days plagued by headaches and less frequent muscle spasms

When you’re in pain, life can come to a standstill. Even the simplest tasks can feel nearly impossible. At Southwest Spine and Sports, we want to get you past the pain. We aim to treat you as a whole person, not just your symptoms. Our caring team of specialist doctors will oversee your healing process. They are all board-certified with the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and are trained and experienced in administering therapeutic BOTOX® treatments for painful conditions. Let us restore your physical health so you can return to the quality of life you’ve been missing.