[QUAD-L] Botox for bladder spasms

I never ever thought I would need to consider Botox for these bladder spasms I am having even though I know many quads have used it. No one I know though. Does anyone on here need to use Botox for bladder spasms? If so, how often? Thank you! ~Lori -- “Petting, scratching, and cuddling a dog

Re: [QUAD-L] Botox for bladder spasms

Hi Lori, bladder botoxa dream come true! > no accidents ever > spasms significantly reduced and are very rare and are never disruptive > no AD related to bladder ever > go every 5 monthsprocedure is quick and painless w/anesthesia Any questions, let me know. Good

Re: [QUAD-L] Botox for bladder spasms

I have also been thinking about doing bladder Botox, but have so far chickened out. I’m a C5/6 quad, almost 28 years post. I do intermittent catheterization approx every 4 - 5 hours. I can’t do the bladder meds anymore, as they give me way too many bad reactions. I do get “goosebumps”, my form

Re: [QUAD-L] Botox for bladder spasms

Hi Michelle, I was a bit reticent but realize after the fact how foolish I was. It absolutely has no effect on the bowel program. I have been doing it every 5 months for 2 years without any reactions at all. It is a no-brainer!! Ask anything you like!! Good Luck Michelle! Paul c5/6 complete