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Hyperhidrosis (Toxin) injections What are Hyperhidrosis Injections Toxin injections are used for treating hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) on the body, typically the armpits, feet, hand or back. The Toxin works to block the action of the nerves which activate the sweat glands thus reducing the amount of sweating. Typically patients will have treatment once a year, some find they experience more sweating in the summer months, while for other patients it may be the winter months while wearing more clothing. Hyperhidrosis (Botox) injections Armpits £400 Scalp £300 Hands £350 Feet £350 What are Hyperhidrosis Injections? Toxin injections are used for treating hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) on the body, typically the armpits, feet, hand or back. The toxin works to block the action of the nerves which activate the sweat glands thus reducing the amount of sweating. Typically patients will have treatment once a year, some find they experience more sweating in the summer months, while for other patients it may be the winter months while wearing more clothing. What is involved in Hyperhidrosis Injections? The area being treated is numbed with a topical anaesthetic 40 minutes prior to the treatment to make it a more comfortable procedure. Icepacks or in some instances local anaesthetic is sometimes also used. We inject the Toxin in a grid-like pattern at 1cm intervals across the area being treated. A typical session lasts 20 to 40 minutes. We will tend to treat both armpits or both feet or both hands, and the back as part of a session. They may also recommend the hyperhidrosis injections as part of a broader treatment plan for excessive sweating. What are the risks or potential side effects of Hyperhidrosis Injections? There may be some level of discomfort after the procedure including pain, burning, stinging, swelling or bruising. In some cases, headaches and muscle weakness may occur. Toxin injections should not be used in pregnancy or when breast feeding. There are also certain neurological conditions where the procedure should be avoided such as Motor Neurone disease, and Myasthenia Gravis. Caution is advised when taking certain medications such as aminoglycoside antibiotics, Chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine, blood thinning agents such as warfarin or aspirin, as they can alter the effect of the effect of the toxin and cause bruising. Is there any preparation needed before having Hyperhidrosis Injections? All patients interested in treatment need to have an initial free consultation with a clinician. They will assess your suitability for treatment and other components to the treatment plan for managing excessive sweating. There are certain medications you should stop taking before receiving Toxin injections such as the ones mentioned above. we will be able to advise you on any other precautions you may require during your consultation prior to treatment. Depending on the area being treated, we would recommend wearing loose, comfortable clothing and footwear. What aftercare is required for Hyperhidrosis Injections? Patients should avoid exercise and alcohol for 24 hours. Avoid sun exposure, exposure to UV light, freezing temperatures and saunas for 2 weeks after treatment. Patients can return to work after treatment. Where patients have had the soles of their feet treated, they should have made arrangements to be chaperoned from the clinic as it will be uncomfortable for them to walk What is the cost of Hyperhidrosis Injections? Treatment is based on the number of units being used, and typically 100 units are used to treat both palms, both armpits or both feet soles, and 200 units may be required for good coverage of the back.

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Located within the Redmayne Lodge complimentary therapy centre, Yorkshire Floatation Centre operates two floatation rooms and an infrared sauna. Sessions are designed to help clients unwind with sensory deprivation and heat-based treatments, with the centre also offering the likes of colonic hydrotherapy, reflexology, Swedish massage and more.

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