What Does a ScarWork Therapy Session Involve?
A ScarWork therapy session involves gentle, hands-on techniques designed to ease tightness and support comfort around healed scars. Treatment is tailored to your individual needs, taking into account the scar's age, location, sensitivity and how it affects everyday movement.
At PelviCare, we offer specialist ScarWork therapy in Greenwich, London, helping patients manage scar tissue following caesarean sections and other surgical procedures.
What Is ScarWork Therapy?
ScarWork® is a gentle form of scar tissue massage developed by Sharon Wheeler. It uses specialised manual techniques to work with scar tissue and the surrounding connective tissues.
Following surgery, scar tissue can sometimes feel tight, sensitive or less mobile than the surrounding skin.
Our ScarWork therapy treatments aim to improve tissue movement and address discomfort without relying on forceful pressure.
What Happens During Your First Appointment?
Your first ScarWork appointment begins with a discussion about your medical history, symptoms and treatment goals.
Your physiotherapist may ask:
- When and how your scar developed.
- Whether you experience tightness, sensitivity or discomfort.
- How the scar affects movement or daily activities.
- Whether you have received previous scar treatments.
The scar and surrounding tissues may then be assessed to identify areas of sensitivity or restricted movement.
Treatment involves gentle movements adapted to your comfort and the condition of your scar.
Is ScarWork Therapy Painful?
ScarWork therapy is designed to be gentle and should not cause significant pain.
Some areas may feel sensitive, particularly if the scar has been uncomfortable for a long time.
However, your practitioner can adjust the techniques or stop treatment whenever necessary.
At PelviCare, we prioritise your comfort, ensuring that treatment progresses at a pace suitable for you.
Which Types of Scars Can Benefit?
ScarWork therapy may be suitable for various healed scars, including:
- Caesarean section scars.
- Laparoscopic surgery scars.
- Other abdominal or surgical scars.
- Established scars following previous injuries.
Both recent and older scars may be considered for treatment once sufficiently healed.
However, scar massage should not be performed on open, infected or unhealed wounds.
How Many ScarWork Sessions Will You Need?
The number of appointments depends on your scar and individual circumstances.
At PelviCare, we generally recommend four to eight sessions, although treatment plans vary.
Some patients may notice improvements in comfort or tissue mobility, but results cannot be guaranteed.
Our experienced physiotherapy team can assess your scar and explain suitable treatment options.
Book a ScarWork Therapy Session at PelviCare
If you're experiencing scar tightness, sensitivity or discomfort following surgery, professional assessment may help you understand your options.
At PelviCare, we provide personalised scar tissue massage in Greenwich, focusing on your comfort and individual recovery needs.
Interested in ScarWork therapy? Contact PelviCare to discuss your concerns or arrange an appointment.