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Massaging a scar is a therapeutic technique that promotes the maturation of new tissues, helping to soften, flatten and blend the scar with the surrounding skin. — dpaWe don’t always want to recall the tales they tell.
1) How do scars form in the first place?Our skin is made up of three layers. “If we only have a small abrasion, a skin defect in the uppermost layer of skin, then it heals without any consequences,” says dermatologist Dr Steffen Emmert, director of the Clinic for Dermatology and Venereology at Rostock University Medical Centre, Germany.Then scarring always occurs.An inflammatory reaction occurs. “Our body has thought this through quite sensibly,” says Nils Bringeland, physiotherapist and author of a book about scar treatment.Instead, it serves the purpose of making it as uncomfortable as possible for germs.From day three or four after the operation or injury, the body begins to rebuild tissue, which can also take a few days. “Once the wound is closed, it enters the final remodelling phase, in which the scar tissue is then adapted to the needs of normal everyday life,” he says. This means that our body gradually replaces the tissue that has formed during wound healing with more stable tissue.However, wounds are individual, so it is advisable to consult a doctor to clarify exactly what needs to be taken into account to ensure that everything heals well. And as early as possible, Dr Emmert suggests discussing scar formation with the surgeon before planned procedures.Young people have particularly high skin tension on their upper body, for example. “In this area of skin, there is simply a greater risk that the scar will not heal well or that excessive scarring will occur, known as a keloid,” says Dr Emmert.For example, you should not put weight on a scar on your foot too soon by walking on it.3) What mistakes should be avoided in the early stages to ensure that the wound heals well and scarring is minimal? ”Stress is a very important factor because stress hormones can have a negative effect on wound healing,” says Bringeland. This increases the risk of pathological scar formation – all the more reason to take care of yourself and slow down.“Anything that impairs the body’s processes in any way can potentially have a disruptive effect,” he says.“It’s good that we have these medications, but they can severely impair wound healing, especially if the dosage is inadequate.”It can have undesirable effects, such as pigmentation changes, says Dr Emmert.“Once the upper skin has formed again, you can apply sunscreen as normal,” says Bringeland.After surgery or in the case of injuries, it is important to reduce tension on the skin surface to a minimum.“You can do that with a compression bandage or plaster.Such wound closure strips remain on the skin for 14 days. If the wound is completely closed and there is no longer any scab on the skin, you can treat the scar with special gels or gel pads.It is also good to massage the scar. “Simply apply gentle pressure to the scar and move it carefully without tension. This promotes the maturation of the new tissue and has a positive effect on the pain,” says Bringeland.5) What to do about painful and itchy scars?If the symptoms occur repeatedly, have them checked by a doctor.“Scar treatment by a physical therapist may help, through massage and other specific techniques,” says Bringeland.”We perform cryotherapy, where I spray liquid nitrogen over the scar twice for 10 seconds.”“This softens the scar and reduces symptoms such as pain,” he says. – dpa
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