Botox for migraines?

I have been having bad migraines for almost my entire life and they kill me or at least feels like they will. I have heard about Botox injections to help the amount and intensity of migraines?

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7 answers to “Botox for migraines?”

A: Botox helps Migraines

Theodore Katz, MD

I have also found that Botox has worked in patients with migraines who have "trigger points" usually in the scapular/trapezius regions (that is the central upper back) and sometimes occipital (lower back of the head).

A: Botox for migraines

Brent Moelleken, MD

Botox has become a staple for migraine patients.  Although a number of studies have come out showing benefits, and all of us performing the injections know the benefits, still, the use of Botox for migraines is off-label.  When Reloxin comes out, the greater volume of distribution may be even more... more

A: Botox can help with migraines

Steven F. Weiner, MD

The migraines that BOTOX works for the best are the ones triggered by muscle tension in the glabellar area. I have had great results in my patients which are selected correctly. Temporal headaches, mainly muscle tension from TMJ, can also be relieved by BOTOX injections. I think that Allergan is applying... more

A: Good results reported

Scott E. Kasden, MD

Botox has been helpful in migraines that are triggered by muscle spasm in the forehead region.  It may not work completely, and in everyone, but it is worth a try. sek

A: Botox vs surgery for migraines

Darrick E. Antell, MD

Botox has been shown to improve migraines and the mechanism of action is thought to relax the muscles in the area that may be putting pressure on the nerve.  Patients who have relief with Botox, may also be candidates for a surgical procedure to release the muscle's pressure on the nerve.  The... more

A: Many patients with migraines report improvement.

Francisco Canales, MD

Hello Yes, Botox has helped many patients with migraine headaches.  You should visit with a board-certified plastic surgeon, dermatologist, facial plastic surgeon, or oculoplastic surgeon with experience in Botox for migraines.  Best of luck.

A: Botox for the Treatment of Migraine Headaches

Michael A. Persky, MD

Hi Sands, Yes, Botox has been very effective in the treatment of severe migraine headaches.  Both the frequency and intensity of the headaches are usually improved. Good luck and be well. Dr. P

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