Scar Work is a specialised form of therapy designed to improve the health, function, and appearance of scar tissue. Using gentle, hands-on techniques, it helps to release tightness, reduce discomfort, and enhance mobility in the surrounding areas. The treatment can be applied to both recent and older scars, including those resulting from surgery, injury, or burns.

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Potential Benefits of Scar Work

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• Reduces pain, tightness, and restriction in the scar area

• Improves mobility and flexibility around the scar

• Softens and smooths the texture of scars

• Enhances circulation and supports tissue health

• May help restore sensation in areas of numbness

• Can assist in addressing emotional trauma associated with scarring

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Scar Work aims to integrate scar tissue with the surrounding structures of the body, promoting overall healing and function.

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How many treatments are needed?

On average clients find they need between 4-8 treatments to see an improve in symptoms and scar appearance. Treatments may be 1-4 weeks apart depending on the age of the scar. A higher number of treatments will be required to reach optimal recovery or to treat additional complications post-surgery and radiation therapy.
If you would like to learn more about ScarWork, then please don't hesitate to get in touch.

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Criteria for Treatment

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Scar Work can only be carried out if:

• You have been discharged by your surgeon

• The scar is fully healed, with no open, weeping, or infected areas

• If mesh has been inserted, this is disclosed so that appropriate adjustments can be made

• If you have a history of cancer, you have been in remission for at least five years, do not have active cancer, and there is no residual redness from previous radiation treatment