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Had zone 2 flexor repair on rt pinky nov. 10. still quite stiff due to scar tissue buildup. aside from revision surgery, which i understand to be a last-resort treatment, what are some other treatment methods or tools used to break up scar tissue?
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I am not a hand expert however I would suggest that you use warm towel to warm the area then exercise regularly as tolerated to improve mobility. The scar tissue is actually based on body response and that could be unpredictable. You could also use massage with liniment to soften the area after the exercises.
Answered 12/15/2022
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