Most people know Botox® is a great way to reduce or eliminate unwanted wrinkles. It’s how the treatment became famous, and the majority of headlines focus on this aspect. But did you know that the treatment has a surprising range of other uses and benefits? Here are some lesser-known reasons people use Botox to improve their health.

4 Other Conditions That Botox Can Help

1. Muscle Spasms

Muscle spasms in the face, eyelids, and neck can be frustrating. Botox can help because it blocks the nerve impulses that activate the muscles, preventing the spasms from occurring. Patients may need to repeat the injections a few times a year as nerves regrow.  

2. Urinary Incontinence

Botox injections have been shown to be more effective than implanted nerve stimulators in the treatment of urinary incontinence in women. For those who have already tried physical therapy, medications, and dietary changes, Botox may be an option because it relaxes the muscles that cause an overactive bladder condition.  

3. Migraines

People with chronic migraines can get relief from pain, nausea, and light sensitivity through Botox injections in the back of the head and neck as well as between the eyebrows. To be most effective, injections should be done every 12 weeks for patients who experience migraines 14 or more days a month.

4. Excess Sweating

Sweating too much under the arms or on the hands and feet can be embarrassing and inconvenient. Botox injections in the affected areas can reduce this problem by as much as 87 percent. It’s safe, too, because it doesn’t prevent your body from producing the sweat it needs to regulate your temperature.

Aesthetic Institute of Atlantis in Atlantis, FL, is the cosmetic dermatologist you can trust with your skin rejuvenation, Botox, and weight loss needs. Medical director Dr. Rudy Trejo and laser and skin expert Martha Deutsch offer the latest treatments to help you look and feel younger, more energetic, and more confident. They’ll work with you to find the best treatments to reach your goals. Call (561) 969-1777 or send us a message online to schedule your free consultation.