had my first botox treatment for migraines 4 days ago and feeling headache free for 2 days now but have neck and shoulder soreness it think from the injections. Other than ice is it ok to use heat? Tried ibuprophen and the pain meds the day after but dont think they really help just waiting it out. Looking online for neck exercises to do maybe?? Hoping the soreness goes away soon!
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April 19, 2015
Answer: Neck Soreness After Botox for Migraines
Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Before you have surgery, I would wait for the effects of the Botox to wear off. Botox is often injected to the forehead muscles as a treatment for migraine headaches. These muscles help to raise your eyebrows. Botox injections stop this muscle group form pulling your brows...
Thank you for your question.Botox will help with the trigger points for migraines.The oral medications may have other benefits for you as a preventative means - to prevent onset of migraines.
The areas and patterns of injection for Botox when used for migraines and cosmetic reasons are similar. As a result, Botox injections for migraines may have a cosmetic effect.
