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Scar massage is a general term used for massage and manual therapy techniques that target scars and scar tissue. Scar tissue is a unique type of connective tissue produced by the body in the healing process. I won’t get too far into details, but please know this tissue is different than the surrounding tissue (connective, […]
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Scar massage is a general term used for massage and manual therapy techniques that target scars and scar tissue. Scar tissue is a unique type of connective tissue produced by the body in the healing process. I won’t get too far into details, but please know this tissue is different than the surrounding tissue (connective, […]
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It’s a question many of us who have had surgery or significant injury end up asking ourselves at some point. Can my scar cause other physical problems? Can a scar be a contributor to pain elsewhere? In short, yes. Scar tissue and fascial adhesions can contribute to other physical problems or pain elsewhere. Let’s look […]
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Can scars cause pain? Yes.Can scars hurt? Yes.Cant scars feel like they’re pulling? yes.Can scars cause other issues in the body? Yes.Can scars attach onto other things in my body? Yes. Am I doomed? No. Scar tissue is a sign that something went right in your body. There was a wound and you healed. Scar […]
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I’ve been seeing this discussion make the rounds on social media, and I am happy to see more people learn about the variety of options available for self-testing. (This is written based on what is available in the US. There are several states, including NJ, NY, and MD that make it more difficult.) I’ve been […]
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Manual therapist of nearly 10 (!!) years, trained behavioral coach and Root Cause Protocol Consultant, and curious human. Lived experience, professional training, and practice wisdom have a home here.
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