Scar Tissue

Scar tissue is a collection of cells and collagen which covers the site of the injury. When an injury occurs, collagen begins to form around it which leads to scar tissue.  Scar formation is a normal response following any injury or surgery. This is a natural way the body heals itself. There are a variety of ways in which scar tissue is present. A keloid is a raised, red-skin colored plaque of scar tissue that forms on tissues after an injury usually in the upper chest or shoulder. A hypertonic scar is one of the most common scar tissues and it usually fades over time. A contracture scar occurs in tissues that have had a burn injury. These scars can impair the movement of the affected area.
Timing of your scar treatment varies on the type of injury or surgery. Scar massage and manual therapy techniques can have a significant impact on scar tissue release. The Graston technique is a technique that uses steel tools to break up the scar tissue and restore mobility. Another way to treat scar tissue is by active release therapy. This technique is used to target the affected area to break up tissue promoting blood flow and faster healing of injuries. Astym therapy is also another way to treat scar tissue. The therapy works to regenerate tissues and resolve the underlying of soft tissue complications.