Scar Therapy

Our bodies undertake a complex repair process following trauma or surgery, to swiftly repair breakages in the skin's surface and the underlying tissues. Scar tissue is composed of dense mainly collagen fibers and many factors can have an impact on wound healing including the background to how the wound came about, your current health, ongoing medical treatments, infections, and different parts of the body often heal differently.
 

Occasionally, scars may cause some problems. Thickened scar tissue may develop, and there may be swelling feelings of restriction, or changes in sensation such as numbness, itching, and pain. The complexity of our structure means that scars may even lead to discomfort elsewhere in the body. Alison is trained in ScarWork™ and this gentle, hands-on process improves the physical aspects and works on the often-deep emotional healing associated with the scar. 

Each Scar Therapy session will include a range of techniques and tools such as  DEEP OSCILLATION®  and Cupping Therapy to apply a gentle negative pressure to lift the skin from the underlying tissue and encourage fluid movement, myofascial release to improve range of motion and aid relaxation, and guidance on specialist products to care for your scar.

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You can have Scar Therapy once the post-operative check-up has been carried out, approximately 10 weeks post-surgery, and it is never too late to start work on a scar. 

After having Scar Therapy, most will notice how their scars feel softer, flatter, and less restrictive. Whilst not everyone will have a visual change to their scar, scars often appear lighter and more integrated into their surroundings. 

MBS Therapies also stock specialist products that have been medically tested to care for scars and vulnerable skin.