Botox for Migraine Headaches

We now know the fact that a considerable number of patients who have been receiving Botox treatments for cosmetic purposes have claimed to be cured of obstinate migraine headaches and other types of headaches, almost coincidentally.  Initially no one knew why such a phenomenon occurred, because a migraine headache was believed to be caused by problems in the membrane covering the surface of the brain (membranous coverings) and the blood vessels in the brain.  Several hypotheses have been proposed in recent years, and now there are movements to review the concepts and mechanisms of migraine headache, through Botox treatment.

Dr. Kure has worked as a medical specialist in plastic surgery and aesthetic surgery in the U.S., and has been impressed by the wonderful effects of Botox on various occasions.  He has treated many patients who used to receive the treatment for cosmetic purposes and eventually changed their purpose in seeing me to one involving the treatment for their headaches.  He is a physician who originally specialized in neuropathology and neurosurgery.  In the past he has also examined many patients suffering from headaches.  It is rumored that the FDA will approve Botox as a treatment for headaches fairly soon.

Other applications of Botox:(click each line for more details)

• Bruxism
• TMJ pain (temporomandibular disorder)
• Hyperhidrosis of underarm (over-sweating)
• Slenderizing the legs
• Stiff neck and shoulders
• Tennis elbow
• Piriformis syndrome
• Thoracic outlet syndrome
• Phantom pain
• Gastrointestinal pain

Botox treatment now available in Tokyo

As you may know, Botox is a neurotoxin that paralyzes muscles. We utilize this mechanism to immobilize unnecessary motions of muscles in frown lines, forehead wrinkles, and so forth. It is done in a very controlled fashion, therefore the risks are minimal.

Although Botox injection is done with the smallest needle available in the market and not significantly uncomfortable, we provide local anesthesia, anesthesia cream, and ice application for those who are extremely sensitive.

It is done within a few minutes usually, and no follow-up is necessary. The average cost for frown lines is about 30,000 yen.

The doctor will explain detailed applications of Botox currently known. Other indications include treatment of Migraine headache, TMJ pain, Hyperhydrosis (over-sweating from the armpits), Hyperactive neck muscles, and so forth.

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