Alternative Uses for Botox
Botox for Migraines
Botox has become
one of the most well known cosmetic treatments available. Practically everyone
has heard of the injectable’s ability to smooth wrinkles from the face and
create a more youthful look. Many people are opting for Botox as opposed to a
traditional face-lift or other surgical procedure. These cosmetic procedures
get most of the attention; however there are a number of other off-label
uses for Botox. Botox is currently being used in a number of ways to
bring patients a better quality of life by treating a variety of conditions.
Treatment for Uncontrolled Blinking
One of the first conditions that Botox was used to treat was uncontrolled blinking and crossed eyes. When injected into these muscles Botox will weaken the muscles that are causing the problem thus eliminating the symptom. This was the first condition that Botox was designed for and it was used for this before it became popular as a cosmetic treatment. When one woman asked that the doctor continue the Botox after her eye condition was corrected because she had seen a drastic reduction of her wrinkles, he began to investigate. This was the birth of Botox as a cosmetic treatment.
Botox can be used to treat Migraines
Another common off-label use for Botox is to relieve migraine headaches. A Botox injection can block the receptors in the brain from registering the pain felt during a migraine. In addition to blocking these pain receptors, the injection has a calming effect on muscles and as they begin to relax, tension is reduced. The FDA has approved the use of Botox in the treatment of migraine headaches. The substance is typically injected into the forehead muscles when treating migraines.
Botox can be used to reduce excessive Sweating
Another extremely popular use for Botox other than traditional wrinkle reduction is to use the injection to reduce excessive sweating. Botox injections can be used to stop the stimulation of sweat glands located in the hands or underarms. Many patients who have tried a variety of other methods without success turn to Botox for relief fro these symptoms. When Botox is injected into the proper areas it can inhibit the sweating process. This is good news for those who suffer from hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating. A few simple injections can eliminate many of the symptoms of these conditions for most people.
Botox can be used to help control overactive Muscles
Overactive bladder is a common condition that leaves many people feeling like they have to urinate frequently. An overactive bladder is simply a muscle that keeps contracting. Botox can help relax urinary muscles so that the patient does not feel the need to urinate constantly.
Muscle spasms can occur in any muscles and often times they can be rather painful, especially in the area of the neck. The platysma bands can have spasms and cause great discomfort. A Botox injection can help to temporarily weaken the affected muscle and eliminate the spasm. Botox along with physical therapy has been known to help improve the platysma bands and alleviate discomfort.
Helping Alleviate Major Problems
Botox has proven helpful for treating individuals who suffer from a variety of brain and spinal disorders. Muscle disorders such as cerebral palsy, stroke, and injuries to the spinal cord or multiple scleroses can be caused by injury or illness. Botox can often help these individuals. Many of these conditions have to do with the muscles and their uncontrollable spasms. Botox is known to help relieve these spasms by temporarily weakening or paralyzing the affected muscles. Many patients have stated that following a Botox injection they have had fewer spasms and muscle contractions.
Botox can also be used to treat an enlarged prostate. By injecting Botox into the site, the muscles around the prostate relax which will alleviate the pressure being placed on the urethra. Patients who have received Botox injections to treat an enlarged prostate have stated that they experience less pain while they are urinating. This is partly due to the fact that the Botox can help decrease the size of the prostate allowing for much less irritation.
While Botox is mainly known as a cosmetic treatment, doctors have found many other uses for the Injectable over the years. Botox is now used to treat a number of different conditions and has increased the quality of life for many patients.
Treatment for Uncontrolled Blinking
One of the first conditions that Botox was used to treat was uncontrolled blinking and crossed eyes. When injected into these muscles Botox will weaken the muscles that are causing the problem thus eliminating the symptom. This was the first condition that Botox was designed for and it was used for this before it became popular as a cosmetic treatment. When one woman asked that the doctor continue the Botox after her eye condition was corrected because she had seen a drastic reduction of her wrinkles, he began to investigate. This was the birth of Botox as a cosmetic treatment.
Botox can be used to treat Migraines
Another common off-label use for Botox is to relieve migraine headaches. A Botox injection can block the receptors in the brain from registering the pain felt during a migraine. In addition to blocking these pain receptors, the injection has a calming effect on muscles and as they begin to relax, tension is reduced. The FDA has approved the use of Botox in the treatment of migraine headaches. The substance is typically injected into the forehead muscles when treating migraines.
Botox can be used to reduce excessive Sweating
Another extremely popular use for Botox other than traditional wrinkle reduction is to use the injection to reduce excessive sweating. Botox injections can be used to stop the stimulation of sweat glands located in the hands or underarms. Many patients who have tried a variety of other methods without success turn to Botox for relief fro these symptoms. When Botox is injected into the proper areas it can inhibit the sweating process. This is good news for those who suffer from hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating. A few simple injections can eliminate many of the symptoms of these conditions for most people.
Botox can be used to help control overactive Muscles
Overactive bladder is a common condition that leaves many people feeling like they have to urinate frequently. An overactive bladder is simply a muscle that keeps contracting. Botox can help relax urinary muscles so that the patient does not feel the need to urinate constantly.
Muscle spasms can occur in any muscles and often times they can be rather painful, especially in the area of the neck. The platysma bands can have spasms and cause great discomfort. A Botox injection can help to temporarily weaken the affected muscle and eliminate the spasm. Botox along with physical therapy has been known to help improve the platysma bands and alleviate discomfort.
Helping Alleviate Major Problems
Botox has proven helpful for treating individuals who suffer from a variety of brain and spinal disorders. Muscle disorders such as cerebral palsy, stroke, and injuries to the spinal cord or multiple scleroses can be caused by injury or illness. Botox can often help these individuals. Many of these conditions have to do with the muscles and their uncontrollable spasms. Botox is known to help relieve these spasms by temporarily weakening or paralyzing the affected muscles. Many patients have stated that following a Botox injection they have had fewer spasms and muscle contractions.
Botox can also be used to treat an enlarged prostate. By injecting Botox into the site, the muscles around the prostate relax which will alleviate the pressure being placed on the urethra. Patients who have received Botox injections to treat an enlarged prostate have stated that they experience less pain while they are urinating. This is partly due to the fact that the Botox can help decrease the size of the prostate allowing for much less irritation.
While Botox is mainly known as a cosmetic treatment, doctors have found many other uses for the Injectable over the years. Botox is now used to treat a number of different conditions and has increased the quality of life for many patients.