Trapezius Botox Treatment

Typically botox takes 4-6 days for it to start working and is at its maximum effect at 14 days. Unlike lines and wrinkles , results in the trapezius takes another week or two to start to show its cosmetic effects. Think about it like turning down the volume in a stereo , the muscle slowly starts to relax and then softens resulting in a less squared out neck like . We typically review patients between the 3-4 week mark for this treatment to assess the response.

Typically TrapTox will last around three months , however for the more functional treatments like masseter for teeth clenching or trapezius the results last approximately 6 months The reason being , it takes a little time for the muscle to relax and when the TrapTox wears off around three months, it again takes time for it to kick back in. We typically recommend patients to go again at the six month mark as it tends to make the next round of TrapTox last even longer, remember that stereo analogy, we keep that volume turned down.

There are two main types of patients that are suitable for TrapTox. The first type is what we call the functional patients. Upper back and shoulder pain is one the reasons patients attend clinics for trapezius. By relaxing the trapezius muscle it releases the tension and reduces that tight neck and shoulder pain people can get . Our feedback from patients is that it is highly effective and long lasting when compared to repeated rounds of physics and massage. The second type of patient has the treatment for more cosmetic results. It is very much a female treatment, although we do treat some male patients , the male anatomy is suited to having thick strong muscles in the traps area. For female patients they feel that a strong trapezius muscle can shorten their neck line and make the shoulder / neck area wider . Summer dresses, wedding dresses and off the shoulder tops tend to expose the area and having a softer transition from neck to shoulder tends to elongate the neck line . Our patients love the soft, regal, elongated swan neck that affects post TrapTox to the trapezius muscle.

You will feel a small pinch, the treatment is quick and well tolerated by people. The area is photographed before the treatment and again reviewed around the three week mark to compare the results.

Yes, Traptox and Barbie Botox are essentially the same treatment. The term "Barbie Botox" is a more recent and trendy name for Botox injections into the trapezius muscle to achieve a smooth, sculpted neck and shoulders that look like the slim, elegant shape of a Barbie doll. The treatment targets the trapezius muscles to reduce their size and enhance body proportions, giving you a more delicate and feminine look.

Yes, Traptox can help with shoulder pain. By injecting Botox™:Dysport™ into the trapezius muscles, Traptox works to relax these muscles, which can be a major source of chronic shoulder and neck pain. This relaxation reduces muscle tension, alleviating discomfort caused by muscle tightness, spasms, or strain. Many patients report a noticeable improvement in shoulder mobility and overall comfort after the treatment. The effects typically last for several months, providing ongoing pain relief.

Yes, Traptox can make your neck appear slimmer. By injecting Botox™:Dysport™ into the trapezius muscles, the treatment reduces the size and bulk of these muscles, which can create a more elongated and slender neckline.