Therapeutic Botox is the use of botulinum toxin to treat various medical conditions, such as muscle spasticity, chronic migraines, hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating), blepharospasm (eye spasms), and cervical dystonia (muscle contractions in the neck). It works by blocking the release of acetylcholine, temporarily relaxing the affected muscles and improving the symptoms.
Some of the conditions treated with therapeutic Botox include:
- Muscle Spasticity: It is used to reduce muscle stiffness in conditions such as cerebral palsy or after a stroke.
- Chronic Headaches or Migraines: Botox is used to prevent and reduce the frequency of headaches in people with chronic migraines.
- Hyperhidrosis: Botox is applied to treat excessive sweating in areas such as the armpits, hands, or feet.
- Blepharospasm: A disorder that causes involuntary spasms in the muscles around the eyes, Botox can relax these muscles and reduce the spasms.
- Cervical Dystonia: This condition causes involuntary muscle contractions in the neck, and Botox helps relieve pain and improve posture.
