Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine in Louisiana
If you live with the frequent, severe headache condition known as chronic migraine, BOTOX® injections in the head and neck can help stop migraines before they start. LA Pain Doctor offers Botox for chronic migraine to adult patients in Metairie, LaPlace, Harvey, Hammond, and Lutcher, LA.
Request an AppointmentWhat Is Chronic Migraine?
Chronic migraine is diagnosed when you have headaches on 15 or more days each month, with at least eight of those days having migraine features such as throbbing pain, nausea, or sensitivity to light and sound. Living with this many headache days can make it difficult to work, care for your family, and plan your life. Learn more about Migraine Headaches.
How Botox Helps Prevent Migraines
BOTOX® is approved as a preventive treatment for adults with chronic migraine. When injected into specific muscles of the head and neck, it is believed to block the release of chemicals involved in pain signaling. Over time, many patients experience fewer headache days and less severe migraines when they do occur.
What to Expect During Treatment
- Treatment sessions take about 15 to 20 minutes in the office.
- Your provider uses a very fine needle to deliver small injections into the forehead, temples, back of the head, neck, and upper shoulders.
- Most patients describe the injections as quick pinpricks, and no recovery time is needed.
- Treatments are typically repeated every 12 weeks for the best preventive effect.
Some patients notice improvement after the first session, while others see the full benefit after two or more treatment cycles. Keeping a headache diary helps you and your provider track progress.
A Complete Approach to Headache Relief
Botox is often one part of a broader plan. If neck problems contribute to your headaches, trigger point injections, medial branch blocks, or cervical facet radiofrequency neurotomy may help. Patients whose headaches began after a car accident may have post-whiplash headaches that respond to neck-focused care. We also provide careful pain medication management when appropriate. Explore our head and neck pain care and full list of pain management services.
Frequently Asked Questions About Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
Who is a candidate for Botox for chronic migraine?
Adults who have headaches 15 or more days a month, with at least eight migraine days, may be candidates.
How often will I need Botox injections?
Most patients receive treatments about every 12 weeks to maintain the preventive benefit.
How long until Botox starts working for migraines?
Some patients notice improvement within weeks of the first treatment, while others see the full benefit after two treatment cycles.
Do Botox injections for migraine hurt?
The injections use a very fine needle and feel like quick pinpricks. Most patients tolerate them well.
Are there side effects?
Possible side effects include neck pain, mild headache, or temporary muscle weakness near the injection sites. Your provider will review risks with you.
Is Botox for chronic migraine covered by insurance?
Many insurance plans cover Botox for chronic migraine when criteria are met. Our team can help check your coverage.
Where can I get Botox for migraines?
LA Pain Doctor offers Botox for chronic migraine at our offices in Metairie, LaPlace, Harvey, Hammond, and Lutcher, LA. Call (504) 229-4866 - Metairie Office , (504) 229-4866 - Laplace Office , (504) 229-4866 - Harvey Office , (504) 229-4866 - Hammond Office or (504) 229-4866 - Lutcher Office to schedule.
Have Fewer Migraine Days
Find out if Botox is right for your chronic migraines. Call (504) 229-4866 - Metairie Office , (504) 229-4866 - Laplace Office , (504) 229-4866 - Harvey Office , (504) 229-4866 - Hammond Office or (504) 229-4866 - Lutcher Office or request an appointment online today.