Botox for migraines – London
Botox has been approved as a preventative treatment for chronic migraine headaches in the UK by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA).
Clinical studies show that botox injections can reduce the frequency and severity of migraine symptoms such as headaches, nausea and dizziness.
By gently and temporarily relaxing muscles in specific areas of the forehead, scalp, neck and shoulders, botox interrupts the nerve connections linked to migraine pain.
Alongside its muscle-relaxing effects, botox also blocks certain pain signals to the brain, making it an effective option for patients living with chronic migraines.
We offer botox for migraines in London at our Harley Street clinic.
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Welcome to our Harley Street clinic
Our London patients can be confident that our expert practitioners will help them achieve the wellbeing and aesthetic results they are looking for.
Our clinic is CQC registered and Save Face accredited, which means we’re regularly assessed to ensure that we continue to provide the highest standards of patient care in a safe environment.
From our welcoming reception to each of our private treatment rooms, our London patients can expect professional care in comfort from our experienced team.
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Botox for migraine benefits
Botox injections can alleviate chronic migraine symptoms, which include:
- Severe headaches
- Visual disturbances such as spots or flashing lights
- Sensitivity to light, noise, or smells
- Nausea and vomiting
- Tingling sensations, pins and needles, and weakness or numbness in the limbs
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All appointments include a free, no-obligation consultation. Call our team on 0330 024 1300 for more information.
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Information on parking/public transport access
To reach us by public transport, the nearest tube stations to our Harley Street clinic are Bond Street, located along Oxford Street for the Jubilee and Central lines, Regent’s Park, located on Marylebone Road for the Bakerloo line, and Oxford Street for the Central, Bakerloo and Victoria lines.
If you are travelling by car, on street parking is available in the Harley Street / Wimpole Street area. Charges are hourly from 8.30am to 6.30pm Monday to Saturday, with a four-hour maximum stay.
There are two 24-hour car parks close to Harley Street. Q-Park offers secure parking at Queen Anne Mews, W1G 9HF. There is a larger car park at Cavendish Square, W1G OPN.
Please note that the Harley Street area is within the Congestion Charging Zone.
Our clinic is up two flights of stairs. If you have any mobility issues, please discuss these with our team when booking your appointment.
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What is botox for migraines treatment in London like?
We specialise in treating chronic migraines and severe headaches using botox.
To treat chronic migraine headaches, botox is injected into specific areas around the head, neck and upper back. The treatment is usually recommended every 12 to 16 weeks.
Your treatment will be administered by our team of highly trained doctors and nurses, led by Dr Timothy Beazleigh (founder and lead medical practitioner at Melior Clinics of Harley Street).
Our team are experienced in administering botox injections in sensitive areas. Their knowledge and understanding of how to alleviate the pain and discomfort caused by migraines has led to our recognition as one of the top botox migraine treatment clinics in the UK.
FAQs
How does botox for migraines work?
The full name for botox is Botulinum toxin A, which is a neurotoxin that blocks certain nerve signals.
To treat the symptoms of migraines, botox is carefully injected in specific muscles in the forehead, scalp, neck and shoulders. Botox relaxes these muscles and acts on their nerves to reduce pain, whilst also blocking the release of pain signals to the brain.
Botox for migraines treatment in London reduces the frequency and intensity of migraine headaches.
Who can have botox for migraines?
Botox is licensed and approved in the UK for patients who experience chronic migraines.
Chronic migraines are defined as experiencing headaches on 15 or more days per month for at least three months, with at least eight of those days having migraine symptoms.
Our expert practitioners in London will assess whether botox for migraines is the right approach for you.
Does botox work for vestibular migraines?
Vestibular migraines are a type of migraine that features vertigo (a sensation of movement), along with dizziness or balance problems. These symptoms can occur with or without a headache.
Botox for migraines may be a suitable treatment for patients who experience headaches with vestibular migraine.
Our expert practitioners in London will assess whether botox for migraines is the right approach for you.
Does botox work for migraines with aura?
Migraine headaches can happen with or without an aura.
An aura is a set of neurological symptoms, which means they are related to the nervous system. Aura symptoms often include visual disturbances such as blind spots, blurred vision, flashing or coloured lights, alongside other less common symptoms such as speech problems and feeling dizzy.
For most people who suffer from migraines with aura, the aura happens before the main migraine attack, which usually involves a headache and other migraine symptoms such as feeling sick and/or dizzy.
Botox for migraines is a suitable treatment for patients who experience chronic migraines with aura. Our expert practitioners in London will assess whether botox for migraines is the right approach for you.
Does botox work for ocular migraines?
Ocular migraines (also known as retinal migraines) involve visual disturbances that only affect one eye, the symptoms include a blind spot and an aura that flickers and looks like wave of jagged lines.
The symptoms usually last for no more than an hour and may or may not be followed by a headache.
They are caused by a temporary narrowing of the blood vessels in the affected eye. Treatment usually involves understanding and managing the triggers for the ocular migraine such as stress, caffeine, alcohol or dehydration.
Botox is not a recommended treatment for ocular migraines.
Does botox work for hormonal migraines?
Hormonal migraines are mainly associated with the menstrual cycle, but can also be caused by fluctuations in hormones related to hormonal contraception, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), perimenopause and puberty.
Botox for migraines is a suitable treatment for patients who experience chronic hormonal migraines. Our expert practitioners in London will assess whether botox for migraines is the right approach for you.
Does botox for migraines hurt?
During botox for migraines treatment in London, there may be a slight stinging feeling as the botox is injected, but this will only last a few seconds.
How can I expect to feel after botox for migraines in London?
The injected sites might feel bruised or tender for a few days following your treatment in London.
You may notice that your migraine symptoms are temporarily more severe or you may have a migraine attack in the days following treatment. Your usual painkiller treatment should be used as needed during this period.
You’ll start to notice the benefits of botox for migraines in London a week or two after treatment.
What are the side-effects of botox for migraines in London?
The side-effects of botox for migraines can include:
- A temporary worsening of migraine symptoms immediately following treatment or a migraine attack in the days after your treatment.
- Temporary tenderness or bruising at the injection sites, lasting only a few days.
- Some forehead lines are temporarily smoothed.
- Temporary drooping of the eyelid or brow. You will receive full aftercare instructions to minimise any risk of this.
- Weakness or pain in the neck and shoulders, lasting a few weeks. If this happens you should let us know, so that we can adjust future treatments accordingly.
Can I drive after botox for migraines?
After botox for migraines treatment in London you can carry on with your daily activities as normal, so it is usually safe to drive after treatment.
However, you may want to arrange for someone to drive you in case you experience any temporary side-effects.
Can you shower after botox for migraines?
Yes, you can shower after botox for migraines in London, but avoid hot showers, steam rooms, or saunas for the first 24 hours. Heat can increase blood flow and may affect how the botox settles into the treated areas.
You should also avoid rubbing or massaging the injection sites while washing your face or hair. A gentle, lukewarm shower is recommended.
When does botox for migraines start working?
The full benefits of botox for migraines in London will usually develop a week or two after treatment.
How long does botox for migraines in London take?
The treatment itself takes around 15 minutes, with the full appointment at our London Harley Street clinic taking 30 minutes.
How often will I need botox for migraines?
Botox for migraines in London is usually recommended every 12 to 16 weeks.
How long does migraine botox last?
The benefits of botox for migraines in London last up to 12 to 16 weeks.
Can I get botox for migraines whilst pregnant?
No. You shouldn’t have any injectable treatments if you are pregnant. The risks are not known and, therefore, no reputable practitioner will treat a pregnant woman. You should discuss alternative migraine management options with your doctor.
Can I have botox for migraines if I’m breastfeeding?
No. It is not known whether there is any potential risk in having botox treatment when you are breastfeeding, therefore you should not have the treatment.