Most likely, you are familiar with Botox injections used in cosmetic treatments. However, a lot of muscle and pain relief are also successfully treated with Botox. The medication botulinum toxin has proven to be quite useful in both the aesthetic and medicinal fields. Injections of botulinum toxin block the nerve signals to the muscle in which it was injected, reducing discomfort and muscle tension. It is a non-invasive, non-surgical therapy. However, it’s typically considered as a treatment option when other traditional pain management strategies are ineffective.
Your brain causes your muscles to contract by sending electrical impulses to them, enabling you to carry out a specific movement. One of the chemical messengers involved in the neural command can be inhibited by Botox. This can greatly lessen or even stop muscle spasms all together in a patient who is suffering them. Keep in mind that botox is not a cure and only treats painful symptoms.
Botox injections can help treat a range of muscle induced pain symptoms. Some of of these ailments include:
You will be released and allowed to go back home immediately after the procedure. However, relief will not typically come immediately. It takes a few days for the substance to take effect, and can last up to six months.
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