Response from: jennifer    (11/01/05 9:12pm)

I am a 29 year old stroke survivor.I had my stroke 11 yrs ago and suffered till i started botox about 4 years ago. It was the only relief of pain I have ever gotten.The only side effect I have had from Botox is tendonitis in my wristand ankle. I have read other internet postings on other sites and they have said they have experienced a burning feelingwhen the botox wore off.I also received that which was tendonitis.To me that hurt me more than spasticity.It took 10 long months more braces and more meds to make me better.Iam a little reluctant to do botoxagain.but would do so if i was in severe pain again. It does work.I just want to know if any body else has input about the tendonitis.

Response from: ruth    (11/02/05 9:55am)

thanks for leaving a note, jennifer. unfortunately, as far as i know, botox treatments for such conditions are still not so common. there's hardly information about it even on botox's webpage.

again thank you for leaving a note. perhaps there are other patients out there who can offer more info re: tendonitis. i'll keep a look out for info for you, too.

Response from: Peggy    (10/20/07 12:00pm)

I am very interested in this treatment for my husband that has developed spastic leg muscles. PT and
drugs have not helped and right now he is bed fast. We have to use a hoyer lift to move him. Who is doing these treatments and is insurance covering the treatments. Thank you.