Would Botox injections relieve or stop the tight painful muscles in my lower back?

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I currently receive trigger point injections, (about 25+ per appointment). They help for several days & then it's time to do it again. I understand that Botox is used for the face & bladder sometimes, lasting about 3 to 4 months. I'm wondering if it could relieve the knots & tension in my lower back muscles so I can function again. Or is that a bad idea in that area?

Muhammad Mirza, MD (license suspended) · Answer

Thank you for your question. Botox has been successful in treating back spasms. A consultation with a physician would be required to determine if this particular treatment is right for you. I would suggest scheduling a visit with a doctor to discuss this option.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Botox may improve your back pain. You'll want to see someone experienced in this type of treatment. Botox results resolve in 3-4 months. Best, Dr. Emer

Heidi A. Waldorf, MD · Answer

Botox has been reported for back pain.  However, that is a question that should be answered not by an aesthetic physician but by a pain doctor.  Pain doctors have generally done a fellowship after a residency in either anesthesia or physical medicine and rehab.  Look for someone board certified in pain who is best equipped to diagnose the cause of your back pain and discuss the options for treatment with you.  Unfortunately, as a cosmetic dermatologist, that is not in my purview.I hope this answer helps you get to the right kind of physician for your problem.  Best wishes.

Craig Harrison, MD · Answer

There are multiple reasons for patients to suffer with lower back pain so your treatment would be based on which of many triggers is the primary source.  Botox can help reduce the muscle spasms but it shouldn't be suggested without a comprehensive neurosurgical evaluation.

James Motlagh, MD · Answer

In general Botox is not used to relieve large muscle spasms as in the back. It would take way too much of the medicine and may be unpredictable in it's outcome. Nor is it FDA approved for this purpose. There are other medical ways to treat back pain and spasm that works better and is cost-effective

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