Re: Scar Tissue

In Reply to: Scar Tissue posted by Valerie on January 14, 2004 at 10:44:36:

: Hi everyone,

: Does anyone have experience of scar tissue forming after surgery and if so, how was it dealt with?

: I had open release to my left hand four weeks ago. When I had my right hand done in March, I had no trouble with scar tissue but this time I feel as if I've got a lump of stone sitting in the middle of my palm, immediately to the left of my scar, presumable where the ligament was cut.

: I've looked up some sites to try and find information and most places state that massage is the only way to get rid of it. Does anyone have any personal experience of successfully ridding themselves of it? I began massaging the effected area two days ago but all I've had is tingling in my thumb and some of my fingers.

: I've been using it more than the first doctor recommended at this stage, so I wondered if overuse could cause this scarring and whether more rest would help undo some of the damage? It began to form before my post op check up appointment on Monday but the doctor only confirmed that it 'felt like' scar tissue but had no advice to give.

: Sorry if others have asked this all before and that this is going to mean people repeating themselves. Thanks.

There is a product called Scar Massage that contains lanolin, peanut oil, olive oil, and camphor. This works but is very slow. It will eventually get rid of the scar. I have used it on a facial scar and it took close to a year, but did work. Besides, the rubbing felt good.

I'll try to link it below. If it doesn't link the address is: http:/www.mothernature.com/shop/detail.cfm/sku/85624

Corey

• scar massage oil