Scar treatment

Myofascial cupping

Scar tissue management aims to improve the appearance and function of the scars through various techniques like massaging, silicone patches and potentially surgery with the goal of softening, flattening and reducing sensitivity.

Myofascial cupping, a technique using suction cups to create negative pressure, can be beneficial for scar tissue management by promoting better tissue mobility and reducing tightness, particularly after injuries or surgeries.

Dry needling ("Surrounding the Dragon")

Dry needling involves inserting thin needles into the scar tissue to stimulate localised healing, promote collagen remodelling, and potentially reduce pain and improve mobility. This dry needling technique is called "Surrounding the Dragon”.

Is it too late for scar tissue therapy?

It is never too late to start treating a scar.

Scar tissue forms as part of the body’s natural healing process after surgery, with collagen fibers creating denser tissue that can adhere to surrounding tissues, bones, and organs. This scarring can affect multiple layers of tissue or internal structures, potentially leading to long-term issues such as visceral pain, chronic back pain from past surgeries, or lasting effects from childhood injuries. Scar tissue can disrupt normal bodily functions, causing pain, restricted movement, and impairing nerve function, fluid flow (lymph and blood), and the mobility of surrounding tissues and organs. Even minor or major surgeries can create scar tissue that extends far beyond the initial incision site, affecting the body’s overall well-being.

SRC silicone repair patches are highly recommended to use during your scar repair treatment.

Silicone scar sheets work by creating an optimal healing environment for the skin. The sheets form a protective barrier that locks in moisture, accelerating cell turnover and collagen production. This process helps to flatten and soften scar tissue, reducing its appearance. The silicone also reduces skin tension around the scar, minimising the risk of scar widening or hypertrophy. The end result is a less noticeable, smoother scar that blends more naturally with the surrounding skin - SRC website.

SRC patch applied to scar

Bookings can be made at our Antony St Physio clinic in Palmyra with Rebekah Taylor.