How is botulinum toxin treatment done?

Author: SCIRE Community Team | Reviewer: Patricia Mills | Published: 10 November 2017 | Updated: ~

Botulinum toxin is given with an injection into the affected spastic muscle or bladder.

The exact procedures and dose provided will be different for each person. Consult your health provider for further information about how botulinum toxin procedures may be done.

Multiple injections may be given in one session to ensure enough of the toxin reaches the muscle. After the injections, it may take up to a week for you to notice an effect. Exercise and stretching are usually recommended after the injection to enhance the effects of botulinum toxin.

Botulinum toxin injections are not permanent, and their effects wear off in usually around 3 months (in the case of muscle injections) to 6 months (in the case of bladder injections). Sessions are scheduled on an ongoing basis to maintain the effects of the treatment.