Do you have pain when you stretch? Do you feel restricted when you move and lack flexibility? If you answered yes, then you may have a build-up of scar tissue from an old injury. It is possible to get rid of it, but you have to get proper treatment. I have seen a lot of patients with scar tissue causing them chronic pain and stiffness in my Hanover office.

Scar Tissue, What is it?

Scar tissue is your bodies normal response to heal itself from injury or trauma. After an injury, your body tries to heal and strengthen the area by laying down new tissue called collagen. Ideally you will regain all your strength and pain-free movement when healing is complete.

You can end up with difficulty and pain if your scarring is excessive from too much inflammation or a slow recovery. This tissue can be very tough like a cheap gristly steak. Your injury may have healed knotted-up  or in a crossed pattern instead of straight. Every time you try to move this can cause you pain and pulling from the adhesions.

Scar Tissue Symptoms

Scar Tissue is Common Your Back and Neck Muscles

Scar tissue may be causing you the following symptoms:

• Pain when you move or rest anywhere in your body
• Painful Trigger Points that hurt with pressure
• Loss of motion or movement in your joint or muscle
• Tugging and stiffness in your joint or muscle
• Aching when it rains or is humid out
• You stretch, but you can never get loose
• Poor posture or slumping, and you can’t straighten up

Scar Tissue Treatment

You can reduce your scar tissue without medication or surgery with these treatments:

• Foam Roller Therapy
• Exercise Ball Therapy
• Ice Packs
• Stretching and yoga
• Proper nutrition and supplements to reduce your inflammation
• Pancreatic Enzyme Therapy
• Massage Therapy, Hot Stone Massage, and Deep Tissue Work
• Chiropractic Instrument and Hands-on Treatments

Click here to read more about Scar Tissue Massage Techniques.

Scar Tissue Relief Care

If you would like help with scar tissue relief care, please call my office at 781-829-9300, or walk-in for treatment during normal office hours.

Best Regards,

Dr. Sarro

Pain Relief Specialist