Thank you! Definitely do! It's an amazing technique that can provide quick effective relief! Let us know if you have any questions or need a specific body part demonstrated 💪
I got hit by a car and this has been the issue for full recovery and healing. I believe the root issue to most of my lingering elements after a few, several months has been due to stuck fascia and scar tissue. Realizing this has made me 100% focus on counteracting this and I’ve noticed more strength.
Thank you for sharing! That’s great to hear you’re starting to see changes. We have a video coming out soon about fascial sticking that will reconfirm everything you’re thinking. Keep fighting the good fight!
I had my first ever surgery in August, a ganglion cyst removal that puzzled my doctors because of how high up on my hand it sat. My scar tissue isn't flat, it almost bulges out of my skin, and it's very tender. I looked up what could help with the pain and apparently breaking up the tissue helps so we'll see! Unfortunately I have two more cysts on my other hand so maybe if this first one heals properly, I'll look into getting the other one's removed.
Thank you for explaining the different ways of getting rid of scar tissue! I had knee surgery6 weeks aga. I have therapy 3x a weeks. I have developed scar tissue on the outside and back of my R Knee. Its so painful. I can barely do the exercises icwas doing very well! Maybe i overdid! I will use some of those techniques you taught. It wakes up with a screem, so I am very glad I found you, so I know how to use the right techniques. Thx😊
I have adhesions from 3 c-sections and a laparoscopic hysterectomy. They are causing intestinal obstructions and so far I’ve been lucky enough that they work itself out. I’m curious if any of these will help in my case. I will do anything to prevent that pain that usually last 24 hours to finally heal.
If you have not already done so, you should look for a pelvic floor specialist. Your situation is a bit too complicated to navigate by yourself. A specialist of this nature could make a major difference in your pain. Regarding the part you could start with on your own, we’d recommend applying the methods detailed in our video to the area where you have obvious external scar tissue. Even though your adhesions are deep, you could influence them superficially.
I agree with pelvic floor therapy, my last c section was 14 years ago and 10 years ago I had laparoscopic hysterectomy. The deep hip pain I was having was directly related to adhesions from the C-section scar. I JUST started going early November and the stretching and scar massage has helped a lot.
I am 4 weeks out and my ROM is at 100 with pressure. And any further causes sharp pain. Do I still push through? Also can I massage the scar at 4 weeks all scabs are off and glue has peeled off. If I push my range of motion hard, I have a lot of swelling and pain the rest of the day which then limits my activities so I don’t see the benefit of pushing to that limit.
You’re definitely going to have to find a balance between progress and pain. Each person is different, as well as each surgery to some extent. We can tell you first hand that most post surgical cases continue to experience pain and swelling until ROM, strength, and activities, are closer to normal. Unfortunately it’s often impossible to avoid pain, but that doesn’t mean you should ignore what you’re feeling. Hopefully you are working with someone who knows how to help you through this process. We promise that if you stay consistent, and keep working at it, you will get there. Play around with how often you work the part, how hard you push, and how much rest you take between moments. Sometimes ice can be amazing right after therapy to get ahead of the swelling. In most cases it’s normal to still see swelling after for 12 weeks, so don’t be discouraged. You can definitely massage that scar tissue now. Keep us updated and ask any questions.
You’re definitely going to have to find a balance between progress and pain. Each person is different, as well as each surgery to some extent. We can tell you first hand that most post surgical cases continue to experience pain and swelling until ROM, strength, and activities, are closer to normal. Unfortunately it’s often impossible to avoid pain, but that doesn’t mean you should ignore what you’re feeling. Hopefully you are working with someone who knows how to help you through this process. We promise that if you stay consistent, and keep working at it, you will get there. Play around with how often you work the part, how hard you push, and how much rest you take between moments. Sometimes ice can be amazing right after therapy to get ahead of the swelling. In most cases it’s normal to still see swelling after for 12 weeks, so don’t be discouraged. You can definitely massage that scar tissue now. Keep us updated and ask any questions.
I had completely severed the extensor, the central slip on my left index finger and part of the extensor on the outside of the finger at the dip joint. I’m fully recovered now, but I have significant stiffness in that finger and sadly I can no longer play guitar because of it. I have a lot of adhesions and tightness. is that scraping technique something that would be helpful to regaining my range of motion?
Can you please say something about post hip replacement methods? Im going into my 3rd week and starting to develop hardness. Thank you for the video, was very helpful.
Sure thing! Obviously everyone is a little different, but generally people are able to be much more immediately active and aggressive after a hip replacement vs say a knee replacement. Depending on how long you’ve needed the replacement can make it more or less difficult to rehab through. But the take home message is that working with the right medical team will ensure you successfully get through the hard parts. Make sure you go to a PT that doesn’t only give you exercises, but also performs some manual hands on work to break up that hardness. Too many rehab facilities skip the one on one parts and just hand out the same rehab sheets to everyone. It’s usually around week 4 where you being to see some major improvements in how you feel and move. Then typically 3 to 6 months before you’re beginning to not notice the surgery as much. After that you really get back to whatever activities you wanted to be able to do again.
I have lumps and bumps after 3 cervical spinal ops (laminectomy and 2 wound wash outs). I’ve started massaging the area with argon oil to ease the friction. Skin very tight after 3 ops.
Interesting video!😊 i had a diagnostic laparoscopic surgery,and now walking has started becomimg painful on my hip on the side they made incisions, its terrible and they have me waiting list for chronic pain center for almost a year. They never found any rhing wrong.during surgery but adhsions on my colon? This was my first and only surgery that I ever had..i feel pains all the time when i wakeup through out the day and until im in bed... im struggling and i got no idea what i can even do anymore...just so awful.. 😢😢
Hi I have exactly same problem. Had a hysterectomy 3 months ago . Had adhesions from my bowel to uterus, left side wall fallopian tube and ovarie. My left side I have chronic pain all day everyday. Had a scan and bloods done =clear/nothing showing up. I am waiting for mri scan now. Can't go back to work and feel so desperate for answers . Going to try these tips with a wooden tool on my tummy even though painful . Will try anything 😢
I have Ehlers Danlos disease and fibromyalgia. I had knee surgery June 19th, 2024. Home health showed once for exercise in two weeks. I finally was able to get into our truck so my husband could get me to PT. Been there ever since. The stretching technique they use was so painful I turned into a screamer and finally stopped them from doing that because of the amount of pain meds I had to be on just to go to therapy. Whew! Anyway, I started seeing a ART specialist three weeks ago and am getting results. But the surgeon wants me to go under anesthesia and have it bent and broken up. I do feel like this will set me back because nobody understands the disease. It creates scar tissue and has slow healing affects. It is a condition that creates loose ligaments and tissue throughout the body. I really need guidance here. The PT wants me to go under too. Can you please give me your opinion on best strategy?
Thanks for the question. Undoubtedly your situation is a difficult one. We have active patients with EDS and use the techniques in this video (including ART) with great results. Everyone is different, but generally these methods of breaking up adhesions and scar tissue do get favorable results. What we will say is that if you are continuing to improve with ART (ie your ROM is improving significantly) it's hard to imagine why you would need an MUA. In the event that you did receive the MUA it would make sense that you would need to rely heavily on your PT to make sure they continue to perform manual therapy (like ART) to make sure you don't begin to develop new adhesion. There isn't great information out there about EDS patients with an MUA (and then add in fibromyalgia), so we strongly recommend you force in depth conversations with your medical team to ensure that you are fully heard, and that your best interest is kept at the center of all decisions.
I'm s/p 10 1/2 weeks of index finger wound repair and tendon repair, at the mid joint also where the cut laceration there is a lumpy skin/tissue under the neath the finger, also the top joint is sore and the finger tip is drooping down. I still can't bend the finger at the mid joint, any suggestions
Thank you for the question, Dolores. Ideally you could work with a good PT on this as it’s still relatively recent, and the answer to your question is not only involved, but it will change as you progress. It sounds like you need a combination of manual therapies (like in this video) to continue to reshape that scar tissue you’re describing, as well as a progression of strength exercises for your finger. That soreness should continue to change as the scar tissue, joint mobility, and muscular strength all continue to improve.
For trigger finger it would be better to do something like muscle scraping! Check out this video on what it is. Maybe we will make a video specific for that, if you think it would be helpful. ua-cam.com/video/1Cwd5y_ISL4/v-deo.htmlsi=SUl9K4PdtKCgCjVK
There are some gentle treatments that might help. Silicone-based products can be soothing and may improve the scar’s appearance over time. If you’re comfortable with it, a dermatologist could suggest options like laser therapy or microneedling, which have helped many people. The most important thing is to be patient with yourself. Healing takes time, and it’s okay to feel frustrated. Remember to keep the area moisturized and protected from the sun. And if you’re feeling overwhelmed, don’t hesitate to reach out to a professional for support - both for treatment options and to talk through how this is affecting you emotionally. You’re not alone in this. Take it one day at a time, and be kind to yourself as you navigate this journey
Help! I completed a knee revision a year ago, my. Knee has terrible from seated to standing, my surgeon says there is nothing that can be done. I’m training for 7th and finally Full Ironman, can you help set me up with a successful program??? Tri-Tanium Tony Castro
Hey, Tony! It seems unusual that there would be nothing you could do to make it better. You could always set up a consult through our website linktr.ee/Mobilitydoc . We would need to do a proper virtual consult to really know for sure. Then we could create a repeatable 4 week recovery plan for you to help you to hurt less and tolerate your training more. We would love to be part of your program.
I really need help… are you in the Charlotte NC area or can you recommend someone in my area? I started my bike riding but the pain is so great I can barely walk for the next few days…. And where can the tools be purchased?
We are in Bethlehem, PA. I don't have a recommendation for your area, but we do have virtual consultations if you're interested? We work with people from all over! If you'd like more information you can head over to our website. The link is at the top of our page and in this video description!
As long as there isn’t a scab any longer, you can typically start right after the sutures have been removed with gently rubbing with vitamin E oil. Depending on how big the scar is you can progress to cross friction work in about 2-3 weeks. Definitely talk to whoever is treating you though to make sure you are all on the same page.
@MobilityDoc thank you for your answer 🙏 3 weeks ago I had significant favial trauma, sutures were removed last week. I apply silicone gel several times daily, but I've noticed the past few days when I talk it pulls my face. I don't want to get severe adhesions but also don't want to make my scars wider or anything. Thanks again 🙏
I have a large area of scar tissue on the sole of my foot after removal of a Nortons neuroma. I am in Harrisburg Pa. Is there anyone locally you might recommend?
You might need to back off of the how quickly you are rubbing back and forth, and possibly use a good cream to reduce the amount of friction. In this video we gave different ways of breaking down scar tissue. You may need to change which type you are using. If what I said isn't helpful, feel free to give us more info so we can guide better.
Help! I completed a knee revision a year ago, my. Knee has terrible pain from a seated to standing position, my surgeon says there is nothing that can be done. I’m training for 7th and finally Full Ironman, can you help set me up with a successful program??? Tri-Tanium Tony Castro
Hey, Tony! It seems unusual that there would be nothing you could do to make it better. You could always set up a consult through our website linktr.ee/Mobilitydoc . We would need to do a proper virtual consult to really know for sure. Then we could create a repeatable 4 week recovery plan for you to help you to hurt less and tolerate your training more. We would love to be part of your program.
Great intro to this issue. Have to check out flossing video. Very helpful! Thanks!
Thank you! Definitely do! It's an amazing technique that can provide quick effective relief! Let us know if you have any questions or need a specific body part demonstrated 💪
Excellent content!!! Thank you very much for sharing 😊
Glad you enjoyed it!
I got hit by a car and this has been the issue for full recovery and healing. I believe the root issue to most of my lingering elements after a few, several months has been due to stuck fascia and scar tissue. Realizing this has made me 100% focus on counteracting this and I’ve noticed more strength.
Thank you for sharing! That’s great to hear you’re starting to see changes. We have a video coming out soon about fascial sticking that will reconfirm everything you’re thinking. Keep fighting the good fight!
Very informative, thank you
Glad it was helpful!
Great explanation
Thank you for watching!
Thank you👍
You’re welcome ☺️
I had my first ever surgery in August, a ganglion cyst removal that puzzled my doctors because of how high up on my hand it sat. My scar tissue isn't flat, it almost bulges out of my skin, and it's very tender. I looked up what could help with the pain and apparently breaking up the tissue helps so we'll see! Unfortunately I have two more cysts on my other hand so maybe if this first one heals properly, I'll look into getting the other one's removed.
Keep us posted. We’ve had really good success using these techniques to treat patients like yourself.
This was great information! I'm pretty sure this helped me figure out what my bicep pain is. It sounds like it's an adhesion pain.
Glad it was helpful! Let us know how it goes when you implement our advice, and definitely reach our with questions.
Using a physical scrub is also really gud
Yup!
Thank you for explaining the different ways of getting rid of scar tissue! I had knee surgery6 weeks aga. I have therapy 3x a weeks. I have developed scar tissue on the outside and back of my R Knee. Its so painful. I can barely do the exercises icwas doing very well! Maybe i overdid! I will use some of those techniques you taught. It wakes up with a screem, so I am very glad I found you, so I know how to use the right techniques. Thx😊
You’re very welcome! Keep us updated on your progress.
I have adhesions from 3 c-sections and a laparoscopic hysterectomy. They are causing intestinal obstructions and so far I’ve been lucky enough that they work itself out. I’m curious if any of these will help in my case. I will do anything to prevent that pain that usually last 24 hours to finally heal.
If you have not already done so, you should look for a pelvic floor specialist. Your situation is a bit too complicated to navigate by yourself. A specialist of this nature could make a major difference in your pain.
Regarding the part you could start with on your own, we’d recommend applying the methods detailed in our video to the area where you have obvious external scar tissue. Even though your adhesions are deep, you could influence them superficially.
I agree with pelvic floor therapy, my last c section was 14 years ago and 10 years ago I had laparoscopic hysterectomy. The deep hip pain I was having was directly related to adhesions from the C-section scar. I JUST started going early November and the stretching and scar massage has helped a lot.
Standing for a long period will cause stiffness and when sitting I have to keep adjusting my leg because my knee becomes stiff
I am 4 weeks out and my ROM is at 100 with pressure. And any further causes sharp pain. Do I still push through? Also can I massage the scar at 4 weeks all scabs are off and glue has peeled off. If I push my range of motion hard, I have a lot of swelling and pain the rest of the day which then limits my activities so I don’t see the benefit of pushing to that limit.
You’re definitely going to have to find a balance between progress and pain. Each person is different, as well as each surgery to some extent. We can tell you first hand that most post surgical cases continue to experience pain and swelling until ROM, strength, and activities, are closer to normal. Unfortunately it’s often impossible to avoid pain, but that doesn’t mean you should ignore what you’re feeling. Hopefully you are working with someone who knows how to help you through this process. We promise that if you stay consistent, and keep working at it, you will get there. Play around with how often you work the part, how hard you push, and how much rest you take between moments. Sometimes ice can be amazing right after therapy to get ahead of the swelling. In most cases it’s normal to still see swelling after for 12 weeks, so don’t be discouraged. You can definitely massage that scar tissue now. Keep us updated and ask any questions.
You’re definitely going to have to find a balance between progress and pain. Each person is different, as well as each surgery to some extent. We can tell you first hand that most post surgical cases continue to experience pain and swelling until ROM, strength, and activities, are closer to normal. Unfortunately it’s often impossible to avoid pain, but that doesn’t mean you should ignore what you’re feeling. Hopefully you are working with someone who knows how to help you through this process. We promise that if you stay consistent, and keep working at it, you will get there. Play around with how often you work the part, how hard you push, and how much rest you take between moments. Sometimes ice can be amazing right after therapy to get ahead of the swelling. In most cases it’s normal to still see swelling after for 12 weeks, so don’t be discouraged. You can definitely massage that scar tissue now. Keep us updated and ask any questions.
I had completely severed the extensor, the central slip on my left index finger and part of the extensor on the outside of the finger at the dip joint. I’m fully recovered now, but I have significant stiffness in that finger and sadly I can no longer play guitar because of it. I have a lot of adhesions and tightness. is that scraping technique something that would be helpful to regaining my range of motion?
100% yes. You should definitely try this.
Can you please say something about post hip replacement methods?
Im going into my 3rd week and starting to develop hardness.
Thank you for the video, was very helpful.
Sure thing! Obviously everyone is a little different, but generally people are able to be much more immediately active and aggressive after a hip replacement vs say a knee replacement. Depending on how long you’ve needed the replacement can make it more or less difficult to rehab through. But the take home message is that working with the right medical team will ensure you successfully get through the hard parts. Make sure you go to a PT that doesn’t only give you exercises, but also performs some manual hands on work to break up that hardness. Too many rehab facilities skip the one on one parts and just hand out the same rehab sheets to everyone. It’s usually around week 4 where you being to see some major improvements in how you feel and move. Then typically 3 to 6 months before you’re beginning to not notice the surgery as much. After that you really get back to whatever activities you wanted to be able to do again.
can the anterior THR scar begin “ being worked” as early as week 5?
@@lmh8642 yes you can!!
I have lumps and bumps after 3 cervical spinal ops (laminectomy and 2 wound wash outs). I’ve started massaging the area with argon oil to ease the friction. Skin very tight after 3 ops.
You are on the right track! Keep us updated.
Interesting video!😊 i had a diagnostic laparoscopic surgery,and now walking has started becomimg painful on my hip on the side they made incisions, its terrible and they have me waiting list for chronic pain center for almost a year. They never found any rhing wrong.during surgery but adhsions on my colon? This was my first and only surgery that I ever had..i feel pains all the time when i wakeup through out the day and until im in bed... im struggling and i got no idea what i can even do anymore...just so awful..
😢😢
Definitely try to work on the adhesions and scar tissue around the surgical scars.
Hi I have exactly same problem. Had a hysterectomy 3 months ago . Had adhesions from my bowel to uterus, left side wall fallopian tube and ovarie. My left side I have chronic pain all day everyday. Had a scan and bloods done =clear/nothing showing up. I am waiting for mri scan now. Can't go back to work and feel so desperate for answers . Going to try these tips with a wooden tool on my tummy even though painful . Will try anything 😢
I have Ehlers Danlos disease and fibromyalgia. I had knee surgery June 19th, 2024. Home health showed once for exercise in two weeks. I finally was able to get into our truck so my husband could get me to PT. Been there ever since. The stretching technique they use was so painful I turned into a screamer and finally stopped them from doing that because of the amount of pain meds I had to be on just to go to therapy.
Whew! Anyway, I started seeing a ART specialist three weeks ago and am getting results. But the surgeon wants me to go under anesthesia and have it bent and broken up.
I do feel like this will set me back because nobody understands the disease. It creates scar tissue and has slow healing affects. It is a condition that creates loose ligaments and tissue throughout the body. I really need guidance here. The PT wants me to go under too.
Can you please give me your opinion on best strategy?
Thanks for the question. Undoubtedly your situation is a difficult one. We have active patients with EDS and use the techniques in this video (including ART) with great results. Everyone is different, but generally these methods of breaking up adhesions and scar tissue do get favorable results. What we will say is that if you are continuing to improve with ART (ie your ROM is improving significantly) it's hard to imagine why you would need an MUA. In the event that you did receive the MUA it would make sense that you would need to rely heavily on your PT to make sure they continue to perform manual therapy (like ART) to make sure you don't begin to develop new adhesion. There isn't great information out there about EDS patients with an MUA (and then add in fibromyalgia), so we strongly recommend you force in depth conversations with your medical team to ensure that you are fully heard, and that your best interest is kept at the center of all decisions.
I'm s/p 10 1/2 weeks of index finger wound repair and tendon repair, at the mid joint also where the cut laceration there is a lumpy skin/tissue under the neath the finger, also the top joint is sore and the finger tip is drooping down. I still can't bend the finger at the mid joint, any suggestions
Thank you for the question, Dolores. Ideally you could work with a good PT on this as it’s still relatively recent, and the answer to your question is not only involved, but it will change as you progress. It sounds like you need a combination of manual therapies (like in this video) to continue to reshape that scar tissue you’re describing, as well as a progression of strength exercises for your finger. That soreness should continue to change as the scar tissue, joint mobility, and muscular strength all continue to improve.
How would I go about a trigger finger issue with the muscle flossing?? On the left pinky and not sure how to go about the muscle flossing
For trigger finger it would be better to do something like muscle scraping! Check out this video on what it is. Maybe we will make a video specific for that, if you think it would be helpful. ua-cam.com/video/1Cwd5y_ISL4/v-deo.htmlsi=SUl9K4PdtKCgCjVK
I have a scar tissue on my lips its so bumpy after bog beaten is there a possible to remove?
There are some gentle treatments that might help. Silicone-based products can be soothing and may improve the scar’s appearance over time. If you’re comfortable with it, a dermatologist could suggest options like laser therapy or microneedling, which have helped many people.
The most important thing is to be patient with yourself. Healing takes time, and it’s okay to feel frustrated. Remember to keep the area moisturized and protected from the sun. And if you’re feeling overwhelmed, don’t hesitate to reach out to a professional for support - both for treatment options and to talk through how this is affecting you emotionally.
You’re not alone in this. Take it one day at a time, and be kind to yourself as you navigate this journey
Help!
I completed a knee revision a year ago, my. Knee has terrible from seated to standing, my surgeon says there is nothing that can be done.
I’m training for 7th and finally Full Ironman, can you help set me up with a successful program???
Tri-Tanium Tony Castro
Hey, Tony! It seems unusual that there would be nothing you could do to make it better. You could always set up a consult through our website linktr.ee/Mobilitydoc . We would need to do a proper virtual consult to really know for sure. Then we could create a repeatable 4 week recovery plan for you to help you to hurt less and tolerate your training more. We would love to be part of your program.
I really need help… are you in the Charlotte NC area or can you recommend someone in my area? I started my bike riding but the pain is so great I can barely walk for the next few days…. And where can the tools be purchased?
We are in Bethlehem, PA. I don't have a recommendation for your area, but we do have virtual consultations if you're interested? We work with people from all over! If you'd like more information you can head over to our website. The link is at the top of our page and in this video description!
How soon after suture removal can we start massage? I can feel my scars getting tight, i want to avoid some of the adhesion if possible, thank you
As long as there isn’t a scab any longer, you can typically start right after the sutures have been removed with gently rubbing with vitamin E oil. Depending on how big the scar is you can progress to cross friction work in about 2-3 weeks. Definitely talk to whoever is treating you though to make sure you are all on the same page.
@MobilityDoc thank you for your answer 🙏 3 weeks ago I had significant favial trauma, sutures were removed last week. I apply silicone gel several times daily, but I've noticed the past few days when I talk it pulls my face. I don't want to get severe adhesions but also don't want to make my scars wider or anything. Thanks again 🙏
I have a large area of scar tissue on the sole of my foot after removal of a Nortons neuroma. I am in Harrisburg Pa. Is there anyone locally you might recommend?
I did some research, and I would go to Madden & Gilbert Physical Therapy: maddengilbertphysicaltherapy.com/
Can it forme in pip joints of the toe after a dislocation?
Yes. Adhesions can form anywhere in the body.
How to break up Quadriceps tendinotits scar tissue
great idea! We will film that next.
When i massage my scar tissue it turn into a bluster next day what do i do wrong?
You might need to back off of the how quickly you are rubbing back and forth, and possibly use a good cream to reduce the amount of friction. In this video we gave different ways of breaking down scar tissue. You may need to change which type you are using. If what I said isn't helpful, feel free to give us more info so we can guide better.
Help!
I completed a knee revision a year ago, my. Knee has terrible pain from a seated to standing position, my surgeon says there is nothing that can be done.
I’m training for 7th and finally Full Ironman, can you help set me up with a successful program???
Tri-Tanium Tony Castro
Hey, Tony! It seems unusual that there would be nothing you could do to make it better. You could always set up a consult through our website linktr.ee/Mobilitydoc . We would need to do a proper virtual consult to really know for sure. Then we could create a repeatable 4 week recovery plan for you to help you to hurt less and tolerate your training more. We would love to be part of your program.