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A member asked:
Was treated with botox in neck to help with dowager's hump, and muscle weekness. it has not helped but made it a lot worse. anything i can do?
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No: Hopefully in 3 to 4 months things will resolve when the Botox resolves.
Answered 6/24/2014
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Physical therapy: Physical therapy may help while allowing time for the Botox effects to dissipate over a 3-5 month period.
Answered 6/24/2014
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Exercise: Try to do isometric and other neck exercise. It is a good idea to see a physical therapist to learn how to do these exercises properly . All of botox's effects completely disappear after 3 months, but the weakness often gets better after a few weeks, especially with daily exercise.
Answered 8/3/2017
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