Restore Scar Therapy
What is Scar Therapy?
Scar tissue is less functional
As your body heals after an injury, scar tissue forms. Scar tissue is fibrotic and less mobile then pre-injury. Adhesions may form, sticking together layers under the skin.
The RESTORE Scar Therapy Method
A method of non-invasive physical therapy developed to treat scar tissue, fibrosis and adhesions. Using specialist scar massage and fascial release, therapy tools and self- care advice to promote healthy recovery.
How can scar therapy help?
- Stimulate change to scar tissue on the skin surface, and to adhesions or fibrosis in the underlying tissue.
- Reduce common symptoms, such as pain and sensitivity.
- Promote functional and cosmetic improvements after surgery or injury created scar tissue.
Gentle treatment with great results
The RESTORE method has been developed by the UK’s leading scar therapy teacher and Harley Street scar specialist, Emma Holly. RESTORE scar therapy method is used within the NHS and leading private healthcare providers. A course of treatment is usually recommended, but a single session and self-care advice for you to follow at home can be helpful.
Will my scar vanish?
No, we can’t make your scar tissue disappear. Results vary, and early treatment is recommended for best cosmetic improvements. It’s never too late and old scars can benefit as well.
Holistic Recovery
Facial restrictions
Scar massage
Adhesions
Physical
Emotional
Self-care
Self-care for your scar
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Early healing
Look out for signs of an infection
Tell your medical team if you have symptoms such as a rash, increasing redness or increasing heat at your scar, or general infection symptoms, such as a fever or nausea.
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Ongoing care
Moisturising your scar is very important
Your scar needs help, as the skin’s natural barrier function is damaged. Start using a moisturiser once all scabs are gone. Apply a cream, oil or gel to your scar 2-3 times a day. This supports the skin, and can reduce excessive scar tissue deposition.
Start some gentle and regular scar massage
As soon as the skin is ready, gentle massage movements to soften and stretch the scar and underlying tissue should help. Spend around 3-5 minutes, ideally twice daily. Don’t cause pain
or increase inflammation by massaging too hard on your new scar, because this could actually increase scar tissue production.
Use sun protection
Until the scar is fully mature, use a high SPF on any exposed scar.
It can take up to two years for your skin to finish healing, so keep up with SPF protection.
Keloid and hypertrophic scars
If your scar is increasing in height and/or width, respond quickly. Start using silicone sheets, silicone gel and/or compression products. These are proven
to help with keloid and hypertrophic scars, but you need to keep up use of the products for a prolonged period.
After Scar Therapy treatment
What to expect?
RESTORE scar therapy has been developed to stimulate the bodies natural healing processes, in order to create changes in scar tissue. This will usually leave you feeling relaxed and may give a sensation of lightness and mobility at the end of the appointment. Some people feel tired. Just listen to your body in terms of post-treatment activity.
Changes to your scar and your symptoms
You may immediately notice changes, or you may notice changes in the following days after treatment. Some people require a couple of treatments before any significant changes are observed.
How will you feel?
Many people have no discomfort after RESTORE scar therapy, but some discomfort after a treatment is not unusual. A few people experience a sharp pain sensation, which lasts for a moment then disappears. This is normal, likely to be linked to stimulation of nerve repair, and should not be a cause for concern.
Increasing pain over a number of days, persisting pain for more than a few days or any increasing swelling is not usual, and should be reported to a medical practitioner.
Emotions
Talking about your experiences and compassionate touch on your scar may generate emotional release. Ask for help if you are struggling with your mental health.
Keep a note and report back
Everyone is different, so it’s helpful if you can make a note of how you respond after your scar treatment. Let your therapist know at the start of your next appointment, so they can adjust your next treatment if needed.
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