Botox for Migraine

Botox is an injectable that can provide lasting migraine relief. In 2010, the FDA approved Botox for migraine treatment, offering an alternative to prescription medications with various side effects.

If you have migraine headaches at least 15 days each month, consider Botox for migraine. It can ease symptoms for months so that you can live your best life pain-free.

 How does Botox for migraine work?

Botox is an injectable neuromodulator. When administered into specific areas of the head and neck, such as the temples, forehead, and bridge of the nose, Botox surrounds the nerve endings, preventing the release of chemicals responsible for pain transmission.

This stops the pain centers in your brain from activating and prevents migraine headaches before they start. One treatment lasts for up to 12 weeks, and most people experience at least a 50% reduction in migraine pain.

What does Botox for migraine treatment involve?

Botox injections for migraine headaches take around 20-30 minutes. 

Before recommending Botox, your provider reviews your medical records and asks about your migraines, including their frequency and severity. Answer their questions honestly and provide as much information as possible. 

If your provider determines you’re a candidate, they mark several areas on your face and back of your neck to administer the injections. Then, they fill a syringe with Botox and administer a series of injections using a very thin needle. 

The number of injections administered varies, but most people receive at least 31 in seven key areas of the head and neck. Once Botox enters your body, it surrounds the nerve endings and stops them from sending pain signals to your brain.

How long does it take for Botox to stop migraines?

The time it takes for Botox to stop migraines depends on various factors, including your age, health, and the severity of your migraine symptoms. Some people experience noticeable relief within a week or two, but for others, it takes months. 

Follow your provider’s instructions, attend each follow-up appointment, and be patient. You can continue taking your prescription migraine medication, as it won’t interfere with Botox results.

Call the nearest Centers of Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine office to schedule Botox for migraine treatment, or book your visit online today.