Scar management and desensitization
Learn about Scar management and desensitization, including indications, benefits, and recovery considerations.
Overview
Scar care reduces tightness, sensitivity, and cosmetic concerns.
Indications
Post-surgical or post-injury scars limiting motion or causing pain.
How it helps
Improves tissue mobility and decreases hypersensitivity.
Implementation
Massage, silicone gel, stretching, and desensitization exercises.
Expected timeline
Weeks to months of consistent care.
When to seek care
Worsening pain, redness, or thickened scar needs evaluation.
Scar care reduces tightness, sensitivity, and cosmetic concerns.
Indications
Post-surgical or post-injury scars limiting motion or causing pain.
How it helps
Improves tissue mobility and decreases hypersensitivity.
Implementation
Massage, silicone gel, stretching, and desensitization exercises.
Expected timeline
Weeks to months of consistent care.
When to seek care
Worsening pain, redness, or thickened scar needs evaluation.