How to do Scar Massage

[@rachelamundsen8265]

Watch on 1.5 speed. Thanks for the video

[@gigiwalentiny5060]

I had CMC trapeziectomy with LRTI 3 months ago. I had 4 weekly sessions with a CHT. I sure wish she had addressed this (I even specifically asked at my next to last visit and was brushed off). Thank you for this helpful video! 🙏🏻

[@ForwardTherapy]

I hope it helps!!! Scar and skin is very important and mobilizing them can make all the difference

[@beautifuldreama8714]

Love your background! 😊

[@indigoqueen77]

it is awful how surgeons don't advise on scar treatment and just leave you alone to find out what the rest of the world seem to already know.

[@bizbabo2982]

Great video.

[@manishrathore6828]

I have been using silicone gel(dermatix) from week 3 onwards since I got stitches on my forehead. It's been 6 weeks and it's turning into an indented one. Do you recommend anything in addition to 3 times massage and 2 times silicon gel application in a day? My concern is it still looks pink for a clean cut which is 6 weeks old. Do you think silicon sheet works better for an indented scar?

[@ForwardTherapy]

Scars can take up to 2 years to mature - if it’s pink, means it’s still remodeling and still pliable. I’m not familiar with the gel product so not sure I can make a fair comparison. But silicone sheeting would be better at providing the constant pressure which has been shown to reduce scarring...I would think!

[@manishrathore6828]

@@ForwardTherapy Thanks for your reply. From what I have read there is very little evidence of silicone sheets working for the indented incision line. Do you think it's worth a try? At what stage should I consider laser for even texture.

[@ADITYA-mr8dg]

​@@manishrathore6828does your stitch scar fade and which silicon sheet your are using I also had stitches 2 weeks before😢

[@yeimyorjuela9134]

Thanks for this video. I had skin cancer removal in my face and I got the stitches out one week ago. Do you recommend star doing the massage? Which silicone gel do you recommend?

[@ForwardTherapy]

Scar massage would likely be helpful! Keep it out of the sun. And you could try silicone gel sheets to see if they help!

[@lf9341]

@EmpressKajal My cortisoid injection didn't help. Do you really think laser will help? My surgeon said no.:(

[@sajenshrestha9061]

Thanks all the way. This is truly helpful and what my doc advised me to perform the scar massage every day till the 3 months of period. And in between he told me to use the silicon sheets all the time and even saying that applying the Vaseline. So my question for you is, is it good to apply the silicon sheet on the where the scar has already moist with the vaseline or the area should be clear enough to apply the sheet or before/after it works ? Thanks!!

[@ForwardTherapy]

You should clean the skin before applying the silicone or it won’t stick!!

[@sajenshrestha9061]

@@ForwardTherapy and when is the time should I put on the vaseline ??

[@newts1964]

can you do this on incision site after neck surgery...went in st the front

[@ForwardTherapy]

I would double check it with your doctor but if they give you the go ahead, it should help!

[@erinachi6171]

Hello i really hope you can answer me. I have a bump scar in my armpit that I got from boils and I am really insecure of it 😿 what massage do you recommend please?

[@abbyolin81]

Is it normal to feel a pop when massaging a scar? It's been almost 4 weeks since my acl/mcl/meniscus surgery. I've had several "pops," and they were on raised scars that instantly went flat after the pop. Thanks!

[@ForwardTherapy]

I’m not a therapist that works on knees, but it is normal in general with scars to feel some crunching. It sounds like it may have been adhesions releasing!

[@robotikempire]

It was the internal, absorbable sutures breaking.

[@maryamzrk945]

The lady was absolutely lovely and genuine 🍎🌷👑

[@IvanBFit]

Helpful thank you.

[@keyofb9513]

My 6 yr old got bit by a dog on his cheek. And he won’t let me massage it. It’s a huge knot in his cheek :-/ I’ve been waiting for him to fall asleep and knead it a bit then. But I suppose can do it for three bout of 5 mins. He goes to sleep at 830 and I generally at 11 or 12 so I can get a collection of 15 mins in. Thanks

[@prasadumbarge9018]

Is it usefull for old scar? Like years old

[@bhardwajutkarsh]

I had a forearm fracture one and a half year back that was treated with an implant. At that time I did not do any massage and I could see a thick lump poking out when I would do wrist flexion. I think it was because of scar. I recently went through another surgery for implant removal. They opened the same area. I have been doing massage this time. Do you think the old scars would still be there and can create more resistance?

[@ForwardTherapy]

scar never completely goes away - the tissue is composed of different type of material. and any time the skin is opened (such as during surgery) you will develop more scar tissue.

[@makasansama04]

I hit myself to the ground and had received some stitches on my forehead. I've tried Aloe Vera and others but asam speaking the red scaria still there with swollen skin surrounding it, how can I fade this? 😢

[@safiasyed4622]

Can we also give massage to 3 month old scar ,does it still works?

[@ForwardTherapy]

Absolutely!! Scars are typically pliable for about 2 years. Massage them daily and watch as they get softer/smoother!

[@indigoqueen77]

@@ForwardTherapy came here to ask this! thank you

[@cdg8148]

How soon after surgery can you use the silicone lotion?

[@ForwardTherapy]

You have to wait until the wound is closed!!

[@cdg8148]

@@ForwardTherapy lol!! Yes I’m sorry I should have been more specific,... like 2 weeks or 4 weeks, or once it’s okay to massage is it ok to use the silicone lotion?

[@cdg8148]

Sorry two or 4 weeks after the wound is closed or when massage is ok, is it ok to use the lotion

[@ForwardTherapy]

I usually start patients on topi gel (silicone sheets) as soon as they start scar massage !

[@excusethepeanutbutter1483]

I have a scar that runs down the center of my nose . What massage method do you recommend? Thank you

[@ForwardTherapy]

I’d do massage on it for sure - typically you want to do enough pressure to move the skin.

[@JasmeetBalsaab]

I have old scar on my chin which is brownish in texture suggest me something to fade that

[@ForwardTherapy]

I’m a hand therapist! I would recommend talking with a doctor or dermatologist

[@RabiaSammy]

Hi will massaging my scar possibly make it worse/inflammatory? I had a hypertrophic scar which I got removed with an incision. The incision will leave a small scar but now I kind of have a “reverse hypertrophic scar” so the scar looks flat (for now) but it feels a bit bumpy from the inside. Will massaging help this?

[@ForwardTherapy]

Massaging should help a lot!! May make it more sore but will help the scar!

[@RabiaSammy]

@@ForwardTherapy thanks! Does it have any chance of getting worse if I do it? It’s been a month since my stitches came out

[@ForwardTherapy]

Hypertrophy is always hard to control. I’d do scar massage daily and use silicone gel or scar pads as much as possible.

[@lf9341]

@@RabiaSammy Did it help?

[@RabiaSammy]

@@lf9341 long term no, i got a steroid

[@betovazquez0]

Hi. I have surgery on my hand 7 weeks ago, i start with the theraphy on my scar 3 weeks ago and the last week and today my therapyst using a succión pump but is very painfull .my question is , is ok or normal using that on this time? Because every time they do that on my scar i have pain for 2 or 3 days ..

[@ForwardTherapy]

I'm sorry it's been painful! the cupping (or suction pump) is actually very helpful for scar tissue, and adhesions that form. I trust the therapists judgement, they know your case better than I do and will know what is safe for you at this time! I often use cupping/suction on post op scars, after they've healed and are strong enough to handle the tension. I would tell them how many days you have pain for, but it is not abnormal to experience pain/soreness after this treatment. I would recommend icing it after your treatment!

[@igorstoilov3772]

Hi great video,can i massage the scar with homemade wort oil?

[@r.c.3614]

My scar is indented & long from an accident 6 months ago. Should I massage this?

[@ForwardTherapy]

Yes!! Scars can be pliable for 2 years

[@r.c.3614]

@@ForwardTherapy oh, thank you so much for the response :) would it be alright to use a cream with vitamin A? I have one, but not sure if it is recommended

[@ForwardTherapy]

It should be ok to use!

[@rimas85]

Can I use this to get rid of my white acne scars?

[@ForwardTherapy]

I don't have experience using it with acne scars - not sure!

[@vaniammu989]

Plz give me reply. My 3 years old has scar on left eye lid (she hit the wooden table) which type of gel is to be used? Give me any suggestion.

[@ForwardTherapy]

hmmm scar on the eyelid, good question. I'd think that silicone sheets would still work in that area, but it would be good to check the label!

[@vaniammu989]

@@ForwardTherapy tq. Where will i get silicon sheets. Actually iam applying silicon gel for my kid (doctor suggested). Eyelid scar go away by growing up sir/madam.plz give me reply. Which one gives best.

[@ForwardTherapy]

I’d use what the doctor recommended.

[@gialoha]

Hi, is massage suitable for indented scars?

[@ForwardTherapy]

Hi! scar massage is generally recommended for all scars, but you can always check with your doctor to make sure (:

[@haziqshah8202]

Any tips for cleft lip scars

[@ForwardTherapy]

This isn't my area of expertise specifically, but all scar tissue can respond to massage! The collagen matrix lays down as a big tangle of scar tissue, and massaging it will help it organize so it is smoother and more flexible. I found this article about using silicone gel (like topi gel, which I often use in hand therapy) www.nature.com/articles/s41598-018-25697-x and it looks like it was helpful in reducing the scar thickness!

[@haziqshah8202]

@@ForwardTherapy THANK YOU SO MUCH! Really appreciate the help ❤️

[@ForwardTherapy]

Of course! Sorry I can’t be more help, but I hope you’re able to find some good information!

[@Rahulsharma__-]

I got a cut on face near the right eye and got 3 staple stitches at that now after 2 months red scar has been formed over that place .How to reduce that redness and fade scar ?? Please help

[@ForwardTherapy]

I have a new video up about massaging scars - would probably really help!

[@adesuwa3577]

Any tips on keloids?

[@ForwardTherapy]

A tricky type of scarring! Silicone gel sheets (like topi gel) can help. Depends on how old the scar is, too!

[@adesuwa3577]

@@ForwardTherapy I’ve been trying silicone, but it works one day and then the next it just stops

[@ForwardTherapy]

@@adesuwa3577 like it won't stick more than one day? Sometimes you need to rinse it under cold water and you may even have to use a bandaid to hold it on to prevent it from falling off

[@adesuwa3577]

@@ForwardTherapy thank you appreciate the tips xx

[@BananasForSale]

Is it normal for scars to be raised 2 months after surgery?

[@ForwardTherapy]

Yes! Scars typically lay down the most new tissue between 3-6 weeks after surgery, and they look thick at this time. Scar massage can definitely help with this! Scars can take up to 2 years for them to mature (we all have different healing rates). When the scar becomes white in color, it's usually matured. But if it's still pink or red, you can definitely remodel the tissue!

[@BananasForSale]

@@ForwardTherapy okay, thanks so much for the reply. I had surgery a little over 6 weeks ago and I was getting worried but I will follow this video, it was very helpful thanks again ☺️

[@ForwardTherapy]

Yeah!! I can understand why you’d be worried, surgery is a major thing! Best of luck!

[@lf9341]

@@BananasForSale How are they now?

[@dovratvitis8552]

Hi, could you please recommend coca butter and silicone gel to use?.... thanks.

[@ForwardTherapy]

Silicone gel sheets I usually use topi gel but I’m sure there are other good brands out there. Don’t have a specific cocoa butter brand I recommend!

[@shyinshapk8727]

Does it help for 10 year old scar

[@ForwardTherapy]

It may help! Scars can be pliable for a while.

[@Andrew-df6ey]

After surgery, my scar is still red or pink on my face and it doesn’t fade away how am I supposed to do help pls

[@ForwardTherapy]

Scars can be remodeling for up to 2 years, so they can stay pink for a long time! I’d recommend scar massage daily, and even trying some scar pads like topi gel to help cosmetic appearance. If all else fails, consult with your doctor - they may recommend laser or other modalities to help.

[@Andrew-df6ey]

@@ForwardTherapy thank u so much for replying one thing scar can fade away right normally when the time passes?

[@ForwardTherapy]

Unless it sits in a natural line (like a crease or wrinkle) you’ll always be able to see scar tissue. It never converts to normal skin. But it fades in color over time!

[@Andrew-df6ey]

@@ForwardTherapy yes my scar is not like crease or wrinkle . it flats and a little pink or red that's it and also small

[@ForwardTherapy]

If it doesn’t sit in a natural crease or wrinkle of the body it will always be visible (but can be very faint and hard to notice as it heals!).

[@uniquegd8644]

is this massage useful for to prevent keliod scar?

[@ForwardTherapy]

Gentle massage of the scar can be helpful in preventing hypertrophic scars or keloids!

[@elShowdeJosefa]

it really helped me out! thank youu

[@ForwardTherapy]

I’m so glad!!! Hope it helps!