Medical Therapies
Including Botox for Pain (Migraines/TMJ/Joints) & Hyperhidrosis and Platelet Rich Plasma Therapies
Botox can be used to treat a variety of pain syndromes such as migraine headaches, TMJ pain and other joints such as osteoarthristis of the knee and can be debilitating and interfere with your daily life.
Excessive sweating can be uncomfortable and embarrassing, interfering with comfortable everyday interactions. Botox can be used to significantly decrease the amount of sweating, allowing you to have the confidence in social settings.
Hair loss and skin conditions such as acne and scarring from acne are also caused by a variety of factors including hormonal changes, certain medical conditions, genetics, age, stress and nutritional or dietary deficiencies.
Examples of Medical Therapies
Botox for Migraines
Botox for Hyperhidrosis (Excessive Sweating) of the Underarms
PRP to treat Hair Loss
PRP to treat Hair Loss
PRP and Subcision of Acne Scars
PRP for Osteoarthritis of the Knee
What are Neuromodulators/ Botox used for?
Botox and other neuromodulators are injectable products that have been ‘Health Canada approved’ for cosmetic use since 2002. Its most common use is for reducing appearance of wrinkles and unwanted lines on your skin. The active ingredient in Botox is a purified protein trusted by the medical community to temporarily block nerve signals, preventing excessive muscle movements which cause wrinkles to show. Botox is most commonly used to treat the forehead, vertical lines (angry 11’s) and the lines around the eyes, or crow’s feet.
What issues can medical therapies treat?
Migraines have unclear causes but can result from various genetic and environmental factors, including stress, diet, and environment. Hair loss in men and women can be affected by a variety of factors, including genetics, age, hormonal changes, certain medical conditions, medications, stress, and nutritional deficiencies. Excessive sweating causes discomfort and embarrassment in everyday interactions
What are the solutions you offer?
Botox carefully injected in specific areas of the forehead, scalp, neck and shoulder muscles help ease tension and reduce or prevent migraine headaches. Botox can also be used to treat hyperhidrosis, which blocks chemical signals from nerves that stimulate sweat glands. Platelet rich plasma therapy contains several tissue regenerative and growth factors and also stimulates improved blood flow and vascularization. These properties make PRP an effect treatment for hair loss, acne scars and osteoarthritis.
How does Botox have the ability to treat migraines?
According to guidelines, Botox treatment for chronic migraines typically involves a series of injections administered under the skin or into the muscles surrounding the forehead, above the ears, and into the shoulders and neck. The healthcare provider responsible for your treatment will be trained to administer Botox specifically for chronic migraines. Injections are typically given every 6 months. Patients typically undergo at least two treatment cycles before determining the effectiveness of Botox. An effective response to Botox often involves a 30-50% reduction in the number of headaches experienced, and doctors will also evaluate any improvements in quality of life.
Does Botox help treat Hyperhidrosis?
Botox for hyperhidrosis is an effective treatment that reduces sweating by 30 to 50% by decreasing the activity of the nerves that cause excessive sweating. The treatment is effective in treating hyperhidrosis in various body regions including the hands, but works best for the under arms. Treatment will provide approximately six months of decreased sweating after which time the procedure will need to be repeated.
How many sessions of PRP for skin and hair are required??
The number of PRP sessions needed may vary depending on the condition being treated and the individual person. For instance, hair loss treatment may involve a series of sessions spaced over several weeks or months, while aesthetic treatments such as may require 2-4 sessions. It’s worth noting that the results of PRPare unique to each individual and the condition being treated. Some people may see immediate improvements, while others may require multiple sessions to notice a significant difference. To ensure realistic expectations, it’s vital to discuss your treatment goals with your provider before commencing treatment.
Can Mesotherapy and PRP treatments be done together?
Combining Mesotherapy with PRP treatment is a highly beneficial approach, as it harnesses the healing properties of plasma and platelets to enhance cell production and restore the natural functions of the skin. These non-invasive aesthetic treatments work together to rejuvenate the skin, effectively reversing the signs of aging for a more youthful and radiant appearance. By stimulating the production of collagen and elastin proteins, which are crucial for skin repair, this combined treatment works from the inside out to deliver a healthy and glowing effect that lasts.
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