You wake up with the worst possible headache. It starts from your jaw and quickly makes its way to the back of your head. You quickly run to grab a painkiller…or two.
But nothing seems to work. The pain keeps getting worse until you throw up and call 911 so you can be taken to the hospital.
According to statistics, 18 percent of women, 6 percent of men, and 10 percent of children in the U.S. suffer from migraines.
Sometimes painkillers help ease the pain. But what do you do when nothing helps and the pain becomes unbearable?
There are plenty of options available. But one treatment that’s making waves is getting Botox!
But can Botox really help prevent and manage migraines? Let’s take a look:
It Relaxes the Muscles of the Face
The way Botox works is that it relaxes the muscles of the face. Therefore, it can help numb the pain from inside. It’s also great for people with facial tics and spasms.
Individuals who have gotten Botox treatments have been known to report to their doctors that the amount of migraines they get in a month has been cut down, thanks to Botox.
Botox Blocks Pain Signals
It’s believed that one of the reasons why Botox treatments are so effective in helping individuals with migraines and other types of headaches is because they block pain signals. They block neurotransmitters that send pain signals to the nervous system of the brain.
They stop the signals before they can get to the nerves of the back of your neck and to your brain.
How Many Botox Shots Do You Need?
This is a good question. Often times, patients wonder how many Botox shots they need before they can see an improvement. This depends on the individual and the severity of their condition.
Some people find relief from migraines every month after one shot. For others, it takes 4 to 8 sessions. But again, all of this depends on your medical history and background.
It’s best to consult a medical expert before getting Botox treatments yourself. A medical expert will know whether you’ll need Botox or other types of treatments.
This is where Dr. Farzin Pedouim takes center stage. Affiliated with Cedar Sinai, Dr. Farzin Pedouim is an Assistant Professor at Loma Linda University and is a professional neurologist with a specialization in movement disorders.
Dr. Farzin Pedouim offers specialized treatments for movement disorders such as Parkinson’s disease, torticollis, blepharospasm, and spasticity and dystonia.
Feel free to contact us to book an appointment today!
