Aftercare for Chronic Migraine Treatment

Thank you for choosing Skin Medical for your chronic migraine treatment with anti-wrinkle injections. We’re excited to help you manage your migraines more effectively! To ensure the best possible results and smooth recovery, please review the following aftercare instructions. 

Common side effects following chronic migraine treatment may include: 

• Mild redness or swelling at the injection site 
• Tenderness or slight discomfort in the treated areas
• Bruising (although this is rare and temporary) 
• Headache (in some cases, typically mild) 

These side effects are normal and should subside within a few hours to a few days. If you experience anything more severe or prolonged, please reach out to us. 

✅ Avoid Rubbing or Massaging the Treated Areas: Do not rub, massage, or apply pressure to the treated areas for 24 hours after your treatment to allow the Botox to settle properly.
✅ Exercise & Physical Activity: Refrain from strenuous exercise for 24 hours following your treatment to avoid disrupting the Botox and ensure optimal results.
✅ Heat Exposure: Avoid exposure to heat, such as saunas, hot tubs, or tanning beds, for 24 hours post-treatment to support the Botox’s effectiveness.
✅ Headache: Some patients may experience a mild headache after the procedure. If this happens, paracetamol can be taken as needed.
✅ Avoid Anti-inflammatory Medications: Refrain from taking Aspirin,  Ibuprofen, Nurofen, or other anti-inflammatory medications, as well as alcohol, for 24 hours after your procedure to reduce the risk of bruising.
✅ Bumps & Bruising: Small bumps or marks at the injection site are common but should resolve within a few hours. Bruising may occur, but it’s rare and temporary. If it happens, it can usually be covered with makeup.
✅ Results Timing: Botox for chronic migraine treatment typically begins to take effect in about 2 weeks. Full results may take 4–6 weeks to become apparent. Relief from migraines may last between 3 to 6 months, with follow-up treatments recommended to maintain results.