Question 1

are there stretches that break up scar tissue in ankles?

Accepted Answer

Ankle Stiffness: Sterching the ankle can help improve flexibility and range of motion, therby decreasing adhesions and some scar tissue. Deep cros friction massage and exercises like bycling or swimming would help. Physical therpay would be helpful as well.

Question 2

how to break up scar tissue in the knee? is surgery the only option?

Accepted Answer

No: Surgery may be required but some times the scar tissue can be loosened with physical therapy and exercise. I would recommend you start with evaluation with a orthopedic doctor and instruction on proper exercises.

Question 3

how do you break up scar tissue in your knee? i never had surgery just a minor tear in patella.

Accepted Answer

Vitamin E Oil: Scar massage with vitamin E oil or cream can help to reduce scars on the skin.  Scarring within the knee itself will respond to range of motion exercises and stretching.

Question 4

when i get a prescription for pt to "break up scar tissue" in calf due to sports injury what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

Often times with: Limited or restricted motion scar tissue can develop. This is common at joints. So thru range of motion exercises "joint adhesions" can be broken up. Scar tissue can also be reduced.

Question 5

are you familiar with the physical therapy company clear passage that. claims to be able to break up scar tissue lesions obstructing a small bowel.

Accepted Answer

Wurn technique: The fact that their claims are testimonial-based and they treat conditions that are likely to self-cure invites an obvious conclusion. The claims do not make sense physiologically and I would urge you to review and "natural" treatment for such health problems with a scientific, evidence-based practitioner who is required by law to be straight-up. Best wishes.

Question 6

does shockwave tjerapy really help break up & heal scar tissue?

Accepted Answer

No: Try massage to the scar if external.

Question 7

was hospitalised & had a drip. i had some scar tissue after that & massaged that and it went away but 2 months later i still have a round lump where the drip was. it's mobile, not stuck to anything but it is hard & not going away. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Lump: This hardened subcutaneous lump is probably a hematoma caused by leakage of blood at the iv site. The blood clot has now fibrosed and won't dissolve. If it's not tender or inflamed you can leave it alone. A surgeon could remove it with a small incision if you prefer.

Question 8

can you massage a previously strained mcl to breakup scar tissue?

Accepted Answer

Yes you can do that: You could do that for a while it help to soften the scar superficially.

Question 9

does muscle or fascia scar tissue go away on its own. if not, i heard massage helps it heal. is this true, and if so how should an injury be massaged?

Accepted Answer

Reducing scar tissue: Scar tissue massage after gently heating in tub or shower, with a creamy lotion, will gradually reduce stiffness.  Massage should be relatively deep and slow, going different directions -do circles, lines, opposing lines, sideways to original direction.  5 minutes 2 to 3 times a day over several months is normal, may require more if deeper thicker scar.  Don't rub until red or irritated

Question 10

if scar tissue deep in the calf due to sports inj is not treated(massage etc) will it become permanent and have to be removed surgically later on?

Accepted Answer

No: Scarring in the muscle is not like the skin.   There is excellent blood supply for full healing.  Deformity may result from a deep injury, but surgery does not make it normal.  See an orthopedic surgeon if pain spreads to the knee or bone.

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Are there stretches that break up scar tissue in ankles?

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How to break up scar tissue in the knee? is surgery the only option?

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How do you break up scar tissue in your knee? i never had surgery just a minor tear in patella.

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When i get a prescription for pt to "break up scar tissue" in calf due to sports injury what does this mean?

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Are you familiar with the physical therapy company clear passage that. claims to be able to break up scar tissue lesions obstructing a small bowel.

A member asked:

Does shockwave tjerapy really help break up & heal scar tissue?

A member asked:

Was hospitalised & had a drip. i had some scar tissue after that & massaged that and it went away but 2 months later i still have a round lump where the drip was. it's mobile, not stuck to anything but it is hard & not going away. what could it be?

A member asked:

Can you massage a previously strained mcl to breakup scar tissue?

A member asked:

Does muscle or fascia scar tissue go away on its own. if not, i heard massage helps it heal. is this true, and if so how should an injury be massaged?

A member asked:

If scar tissue deep in the calf due to sports inj is not treated(massage etc) will it become permanent and have to be removed surgically later on?

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