How is Botox used by a neurologist?
Botox, or botulinum toxin, is familiar to many patients because of its cosmetic uses (reduction of wrinkles). However, Botox has been used for many years to treat a variety of neurological diseases associated with excessive muscle activity (dystonia), stiffness following stroke or spinal cord/brain injury, stiffness due to multiple sclerosis, and tremor. In recent years, PHG neurology has been using Botox to treat certain types of treatment-resistant headaches. Botox is also used to treat excessive sweating. Dr. Sida has over a decade of experience with therapeutic and cosmetic Botox.
