Botox for Chronic Migraine
Insurance Approved Botox Migraine Management in Chicago
Botox is FDA-approved for chronic migraine prevention. It can reduce headache days, lessen severity, and improve daily life.
What is Chronic Migraine?
Chronic migraine is a neurological condition causing headaches on 15 or more days per month. These attacks often disrupt work, family life, and overall health. Medical treatment can provide relief.
Chronic Migraine Symptoms
Primary symptoms include:
Headaches on 15+ days per month
Throbbing or one-sided head pain
Nausea, vomiting, or sensitivity to light and sound
Pain lasting hours to days
Neck stiffness or tenderness
Mood, sleep, and vision changes
Am I a Candidate?
Do you have headaches on 15 or more days each month?
Do your headaches usually last 4 hours or longer?
Have other treatments failed to give you lasting relief?
Who Suffers from Chronic Migraine?
Chronic migraine demographics:
Women are 3x more likely than men to have chronic migraines
Most common between ages 20–50
Over 4 million U.S. adults affected
85% of patients are women
Underdiagnosed: 75% don’t receive proper diagnosis
Botox for Migraines: FDA-Approved Chronic Migraine Prevention
How Does Botox Work for Chronic Migraine Treatment?
Botox (onabotulinumtoxinA) by AbbVie is the only FDA-approved treatment for chronic migraine prevention. Approved in 2010, it has nearly 15 years of proven results.
Botox Migraine Treatment Mechanism:
Blocks pain-related neurotransmitters
Interrupts nerve-to-muscle pain pathways
Relieves head and neck muscle tension
Helps prevent migraine attacks before they start
Insurance Approved Botox Migraine Treatment at no Cost
Pending insurance approval
We also provide cash options
Botox Injection Protocol for Chronic Migraine
FDA-Approved PREEMPT Protocol:
31 injection sites across head and neck
155–195 units given every 12 weeks
Targets 7 muscle groups: frontalis, corrugator, procerus, temporalis, occipitalis, cervical paraspinal, trapezius
Quick in-office procedure, about 15–20 minutes
Botox for Migraines: Clinical Results
Proven Effectiveness:
50–80% fewer monthly headaches
Nearly 50% improve by 50%+ after 6 months
23% “super responders” with 75%+ improvement
8–9 fewer headache days per month
Better quality of life scores
Additional Benefits:
Less severe migraine attacks
Better response to medications
Lower baseline headache pain
Fewer triggers leading to attacks
Improved daily functioning
Chronic Migraine Management at MIMIT Health
Why Choose MIMIT Health for Botox Migraine Treatment?
Our Chicago-Based Migraine Specialists Offer:
Board-certified physicians trained in Botox protocols
Personalized, patient-first care
Minimally invasive in-office procedures
No hospital visits required
Comprehensive care, including lifestyle counseling
Access to Thorne wellness supplements for added support
Other Botox Medical Applications
Botox is also FDA-approved for treating:
Overactive bladder
Cervical dystonia (neck spasms)
Eye muscle disorders (blepharospasm, strabismus)
Upper limb spasticity in adults
Excessive sweating (primary axillary hyperhidrosis)
Botox Migraine Cost and Insurance Coverage
Treatment Investment:
FDA-recommended 155 units cost ~$300–$600
Most insurance plans cover Botox (including Medicare & Medicaid)
Prior authorization may require trying 2+ preventive meds first
AbbVie assistance programs available for eligible patients
Schedule Your Chronic Migraine Consultation Today
Don’t let migraines control your life. Join the 1M+ patients who’ve found relief with Botox treatment. The MIMIT Health team is here to help you reclaim your life.