What services does Victory Wellness Cincinnati offer?

Victory Wellness Cincinnati offers Botox, weight loss programs, bio-identical hormone therapy, Coolsculpting, laser tattoo removal, lip fillers, Scarlet RF microneedling, Agnes RF, and more aesthetic treatments.

Who is Dr. Magdalena Kerschner?

Dr. Magdalena Kerschner is a board-certified Anesthesiologist, board-certified Interventional Pain specialist, and is certified in Aesthetic Procedural Medicine. She is considered a Master Injector for Botox, Fillers, and PDO Threads.

Where is Victory Wellness Cincinnati located?

Victory Wellness Cincinnati is located at 5405 Dupont Circle Suite A, Milford, OH 45150. We serve the greater Cincinnati area.

Migraine Relief with Botox: Beyond the Wrinkles

A Proven Solution for Chronic Migraine Sufferers

If you suffer from chronic migraines, you know the debilitating impact they have on your life. The throbbing pain, sensitivity to light, nausea—migraines can steal entire days and affect everything from work performance to family relationships. What many don't know is that Botox, the same treatment used for wrinkles, is FDA-approved for preventing chronic migraines.

Understanding Chronic Migraines

Chronic migraines are defined as:

Headaches occurring 15 or more days per month

At least 8 days with migraine features

Lasting 4+ hours per episode

Pattern persisting for 3+ months

Chronic migraines affect approximately 3-5% of the population and are often resistant to conventional treatments.

How Botox Helps Migraines

While the exact mechanism isn't fully understood, research suggests Botox:

**Blocks pain signals:** Prevents release of chemicals involved in pain transmission

**Reduces muscle tension:** Relaxes muscles that may contribute to headaches

**Decreases nerve sensitivity:** Reduces hypersensitivity of pain pathways

The Treatment Protocol

Botox for migraines follows a specific FDA-approved protocol:

Injection Sites: 31 injection sites across 7 head and neck areas:

Forehead

Bridge of nose

Temples

Back of head

Neck

Upper shoulders

Dosage: 155 units total (more may be added for specific areas)

Schedule: Treatments every 12 weeks

What Results Can You Expect?

Timeline:

**First Treatment:** Some patients notice improvement; many need 2-3 treatments

**Second Treatment:** Significant reduction often begins

**Ongoing Treatment:** Optimal results with continued treatment every 12 weeks

Typical Improvements:

50% or greater reduction in headache days

Decreased severity of remaining migraines

Reduced need for acute medications

Improved quality of life

Who Is a Candidate?

Botox for migraines may be appropriate if you:

Experience 15+ headache days per month

Have tried other preventive medications without success

Cannot tolerate side effects of other treatments

Are 18 years or older

The Treatment Experience

The Procedure:

Takes approximately 15-20 minutes

Injections are superficial and quick

Most patients describe mild, brief discomfort

No downtime required

After Treatment:

Return to normal activities immediately

Avoid rubbing treated areas for 24 hours

Mild headache or neck discomfort may occur temporarily

Insurance Coverage

Good news for chronic migraine sufferers: many insurance plans cover Botox for chronic migraines when medical criteria are met. Our team can help verify your benefits and navigate the approval process.

A New Lease on Life

Patients who respond to Botox for migraines often describe it as life-changing:

"I got my weekends back"

"I can finally plan events without fear"

"My family has their mom back"

"I'm more productive at work than I've been in years"