One of the therapies that is part of Isabel's recovery is BOTOX. Yes, Botox -- what "the stars" (and perhaps a few of our faithful blog readers) have injected to "take off a few years", remove a few frown lines, and fill a few wrinkles. Mum's nurses (yes, the guys as well) were teasing her that they would queue outside her room in case there was any Botox left for the taking.
Upon hearing about the Botox treatment, a friend wrote to Isabel "This is what happens when one moves to the city!!!"
Botox has been known to reduce tone or spasticity or muscle contracture in those that have neurological conditions. Isabel's physiatrist (Doctor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation) considers her a good candidate for this treatment. We are hoping that this use of Botulinum Toxin gives Mum more movement in her arms and hands and ankles.
Botox and the chemical make-up of the condition that causes botulism are one and the same. What we don't learn in a week!
Thus endeth the chemistry lesson for today.
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