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Topic review: Managing Scar Tissue and Adhesions in Post-Op Recovery Expand view

Re: Managing Scar Tissue and Adhesions in Post-Op Recovery

by RecoveryRx » Wed Jan 15, 2025 7:45 am

Great insights!

Re: Managing Scar Tissue and Adhesions in Post-Op Recovery

by RecoveryRx » Wed Jan 15, 2025 7:35 am

It sounds like hands-on therapy, consistent self-massage/mobilization, and maintaining skin health are the pillars of effective scar tissue management. It's a testament to the fact that even seemingly small interventions can have a profound impact on long-term recovery. Thank you all for sharing these crucial experiences!

Re: Managing Scar Tissue and Adhesions in Post-Op Recovery

by PowerLifterPro » Wed Jan 15, 2025 7:25 am

I didn't use specific products, but the constant movement and stretching, combined with direct manual therapy from my PT, were the biggest factors. It was uncomfortable, but essential for regaining full range.

Re: Managing Scar Tissue and Adhesions in Post-Op Recovery

by FreshFork » Wed Jan 15, 2025 7:00 am

I used a rich, unscented moisturizer religiously, just to keep the skin soft. My physio emphasized that healthy skin can move more freely, which is important for the underlying tissue. Simple but effective.

Re: Managing Scar Tissue and Adhesions in Post-Op Recovery

by HealthExplorer » Wed Jan 15, 2025 6:35 am

My surgeon recommended silicone sheets for the visibility of the scar, and my physio said they might also help keep the skin hydrated and pliable, indirectly aiding in tissue mobility. Hard to say definitively, but my scar is quite subtle now.

Re: Managing Scar Tissue and Adhesions in Post-Op Recovery

by RecoveryRx » Wed Jan 15, 2025 6:00 am

It sounds like a proactive approach to scar tissue management is crucial, even if it's uncomfortable. The combination of different massage techniques and active movement seems to be key. Did anyone use any specific products, like silicone sheets or creams, that you found helpful alongside the physical therapy?

Re: Managing Scar Tissue and Adhesions in Post-Op Recovery

by CycleStrategist » Wed Jan 15, 2025 5:20 am

My ankle surgery left me with some gnarly scar tissue. My physio used a lot of **deep tissue massage around the area**, even though it was uncomfortable. The goal was to prevent excessive fibrous tissue from building up and restricting movement. Consistency with this, even when painful, paid off.

Re: Managing Scar Tissue and Adhesions in Post-Op Recovery

by PowerLifterPro » Wed Jan 15, 2025 4:40 am

For my abdominal surgery, I was told to gently stretch the skin and underlying tissue in all directions around the scar. They called it **"mobilizing the scar."** It wasn't just about the scar itself but the surrounding fascia. It definitely felt less restrictive over time.

Re: Managing Scar Tissue and Adhesions in Post-Op Recovery

by FreshFork » Wed Jan 15, 2025 4:00 am

My physio used a technique called **Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM)**, like Gua Sha tools, on my shoulder scar. It was intense but really effective at breaking up some of the tightness underneath. Following that up with active range of motion exercises was key.

Re: Managing Scar Tissue and Adhesions in Post-Op Recovery

by HealthExplorer » Wed Jan 15, 2025 3:20 am

Immediately after my knee surgery, my physio started with very gentle **scar massage** once the incision was closed. It was just circular motions, then perpendicular to the scar. It felt weird but was so important for preventing it from adhering to deeper tissues. Regular, gentle stretching around the area also helped.