Scars form as a result of the wound healing process after surgery and injuries.
The scar tissue differs from the original tissue, often limiting the mobility of the scar or the surrounding regions. The lack of flexibility often shows up not only at the scar itself, but at other places on the body, leading to tension and (chronic) pain.
Why should a scar be treated?
More flexibility with the help of scar therapy!
The focus of scar treatment is to make scars mobile and thus functional again. What does that mean?
The body is a functional unit.All structures should be free to move or have the ability to adapt to the body’s requirements. If adhesions or scars form, the body loses its ability to be flexible or to compensate. Since the scar is made of connective tissue, it can cause fascial tension that can also affect the musculoskeletal, organ, and nervous systems. Common consequences include back pain, neck tension, headaches, jaw pain, menstrual pain, lumbago, the feeling of not being able to breathe or move freely, and many others.
With my extensive experience in hand therapy, among other areas, I have been working with scars for more than 10 years.
Pre-operative treatment
The better the tissue is cared for and relaxed, the better the chances for good wound healing.
I make a first impression through a physical check-up. We can discuss planned surgeries together and work out relaxation and tissue care exercises, as well as breathing exercises, in advance.
The post-operative care of the scar is also discussed and explained in detail. For example, before a mastectomy.
Scar treatment after an operation
No scar is too “old.” Even after many decades, scars can still be treated well and sustainably. The scar that appears superficial can also affect many other structures and regions in depth after years.
During the testing of the scar, the mobility and fascial connections of the scar tissue are examined. Osteopathic techniques allow me to work precisely on individual structures.In some cases, direct techniques like the Liedler concept are suitable. The goal is long-lasting free movement and pain relief.
Individual exercises are demonstrated and discussed. Because many techniques can be done independently at home.This makes the scar and the body freer and more mobile.
Osteopathie Praxis Theresia Reimann
Urbanstraße 118 10967 Berlin-Kreuzberg
