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Botox: Treats Wrinkles... And Depression?
New Study Proves It Can Help When Other Methods Fail
Good news, Botox fans. Not only will a few well-placed injections make you look younger on the outside, there's new evidence they'll make you feel better on the inside. According to a new report in Scientific American, a recent study has proven botulinum toxin, a.k.a. Botox, can decrease signs of clinical depression.
Participants in the study received a single dose of Botox, which amounts to roughly five injections. The control group, however, received a placebo that did nothing. After six weeks, symptoms of depression in the treated group decreased by a whopping 47 percent. That's almost half!
The placebo group, however, reported only a nine percent reduction.
Read: Kelly Ripa: 'I Use Botox, I Work Out Every Day And I Don't Eat Too Much"
Does that mean looking more attractive leads to happier, less-depressed feelings or is there something in the Botox that triggers a chemical reaction that makes us feel good? M. Axel Wollmer, one of the psychiatrists involved in the study says that the Botox appears to "interrupt feedback from the facial musculature to the brain, which may be involved in the development and maintenance of negative emotions."
Given the surprising results of the study, more testing is sure to follow. But in the meantime, don't feel guilty about booking yourself an appointment with your local dermatologist. It's for your health, after all!
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Posted By
Dr RhysBranman
(231 days ago)
This is only one study, however Botox has a history of medical uses ??? and hopefully a helpful future.
??? Henry Winkler is endorsing Botox to improve Upper Limb Spasticity, which can occur after a stroke such as his mother had.
??? A study was published in a British medical journal that stated Botox can have a lasting impact on incontinence caused by overactive bladder syndrome.
??? Botox is being used for tooth grinding or clenching (bruxism), TMJ (temporomandibular joint disorder), and even excess salivation.
??? Botox has also been found helpful for migraine headaches. Research showed that during a migraine attack, the muscles in the forehead, temples and the back of the head contract.
??? In the late 1980s the FDA approved Botox for use in the syndromes of blepharospasm (uncontrolled blinking) and strabismus (lazy eye).
??? Botox is now being used for the treatment of excessive perspiration.
??? Restless Leg Syndrome can be helped with Botox.
??? Botox is also being used for a certain type of neck spasm called cervical dystonia.
??? Botox is even being researched for possible use to help with asthma and obesity.
Dr. Rhys Branman
Little Rock Cosmetic Surgery Center
Posted By
Dr RhysBranman
(231 days ago)
This is only one study, however Botox has a history of medical uses ??? and hopefully a helpful future.
??? Henry Winkler is endorsing Botox to improve Upper Limb Spasticity, which can occur after a stroke such as his mother had.
??? A study was published in a British medical journal that stated Botox can have a lasting impact on incontinence caused by overactive bladder syndrome.
??? Botox is being used for tooth grinding or clenching (bruxism), TMJ (temporomandibular joint disorder), and even excess salivation.
??? Botox has also been found helpful for migraine headaches. Research showed that during a migraine attack, the muscles in the forehead, temples and the back of the head contract.
??? In the late 1980s the FDA approved Botox for use in the syndromes of blepharospasm (uncontrolled blinking) and strabismus (lazy eye).
??? Botox is now being used for the treatment of excessive perspiration.
??? Restless Leg Syndrome can be helped with Botox.
??? Botox is also being used for a certain type of neck spasm called cervical dystonia.
??? Botox is even being researched for possible use to help with asthma and obesity.
Dr. Rhys Branman
Posted By
Dr RhysBranman
(231 days ago)
This is only one study, however Botox has a history of medical uses ??? and hopefully a helpful future.
??? Henry Winkler is endorsing Botox to improve Upper Limb Spasticity, which can occur after a stroke such as his mother had.
??? A study was published in a British medical journal that stated Botox can have a lasting impact on incontinence caused by overactive bladder syndrome.
??? Botox is being used for tooth grinding or clenching (bruxism), TMJ (temporomandibular joint disorder), and even excess salivation.
??? Botox has also been found helpful for migraine headaches. Research showed that during a migraine attack, the muscles in the forehead, temples and the back of the head contract.
??? In the late 1980s the FDA approved Botox for use in the syndromes of blepharospasm (uncontrolled blinking) and strabismus (lazy eye).
??? Botox is now being used for the treatment of excessive perspiration.
??? Restless Leg Syndrome can be helped with Botox.
??? Botox is also being used for a certain type of neck spasm called cervical dystonia.
??? Botox is even being researched for possible use to help with asthma and obesity.
Dr. Rhys Branman
Posted By
Dr RhysBranman
(231 days ago)
This is only one study, however Botox has a history of medical uses ??? and hopefully a helpful future.
??? Henry Winkler is endorsing Botox to improve Upper Limb Spasticity, which can occur after a stroke such as his mother had.
??? A study was published in a British medical journal that stated Botox can have a lasting impact on incontinence caused by overactive bladder syndrome.
??? Botox is being used for tooth grinding or clenching (bruxism), TMJ (temporomandibular joint disorder), and even excess salivation.
??? Botox has also been found helpful for migraine headaches. Research showed that during a migraine attack, the muscles in the forehead, temples and the back of the head contract.
??? In the late 1980s the FDA approved Botox for use in the syndromes of blepharospasm (uncontrolled blinking) and strabismus (lazy eye).
??? Botox is now being used for the treatment of excessive perspiration.
??? Restless Leg Syndrome can be helped with Botox.
??? Botox is also being used for a certain type of neck spasm called cervical dystonia.
??? Botox is even being researched for possible use to help with asthma and obesity.
Dr. Rhys Branman
Posted By
Lauren B
(73 days ago)
Have been doing this Botox for 3 years, along the brow line to minimally lift the brow. I recommend you also use the Made From Earth Vitamin Firming Serum - because even when the Botox starts to wear off, there are no perceptible lines on forehead or frown lines. I highly recommend the botox + made from earth firming serum - and don't overdo it, when overdone, looks unnatural.
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