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possible. As a result, scar tissue is paler appearance. Physiotherapy can allows the tissue to soften, reducing
No Bones About It produced. Collagen fibres are laid help in the management of scars by tension and restriction
Physio Talk! down to repair the damaged area. changing and speeding up the scar 3. Gua Sha Treatment: involves
Collagen is a strong, tensile fibre healing process. using a tool to rub the skin in long
(think of scaffolding) which allows How Can Physiotherapy Help? strokes, aimed at moving energy
the tissue to heal itself quickly. The 1. Scar massage: as the scar is known as chi around the body. It
Kristen MacDonell, collagen fibres are laid down in a healing, scar massage has a beneficial may help to break down scar and
MScPT, HBKin more random pattern than the original role in preventing adhesions and connective tissue, and improve
Kristen MacDonell, MScPT, HBKin, tissue allowing the area to close up helping in the production of collagen. movement in joints
is a local registered Physiotherapist quicker and the tissue to be stronger Also, the mechanical stress on the 4. Ultrasound therapy: a modality
and Owner of MacDonell Family in that area. However, due to the scar helps in realigning the collagen. using sound waves which promotes
Physiotherapy. thicker and random fibres, there is a There are numerous techniques to healing in the inflammatory stage.
Rub Off on Me. Talking: Scar risk of adhesions to the surrounding massage the scar tissue including It can help stimulate synthesis of
Management tissues, restricted movement, pain, applying pressure perpendicular to, growth factor that in turn increases
When skin and soft tissue are and an unpleasant appearance. in circular motions, or along the scar. the strength and elasticity of the
damaged, through injury or surgery, With time, collagen fibres are replaced 2. Cupping therapy: small flexible collagen fibres
the body heals itself and attempts with more organized collagen, cups are used to bring blood flow to 5. Laser therapy: a modality using
to close the open area as quickly as giving the scar a flatter, smoother, the scar and surrounding area. This
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