Scar treatment begins with the doctor or advanced practitioner closing the wound well. By preventing further skin injury and reducing tension during wound closure, the scar heals better. …

Scar tissue may involve only the superficial skin, or it may involve the deeper tissues beneath the skin, including nerves and tendons. An active scar may be red, raised, firm and thick. Scars …

After carpal tunnel surgery, scar tenderness and paresthesia (abnormal sensation on the skin) are completely normal. As the outside scar tissue forms in 2-5 weeks after surgery, you may have …

Dec 28, 2018 · If you have a scar that is causing pain or is limiting the use of your hand or arm, a hand therapist can help using the following treatments: Scar massage: Normal skin can be …

Feb 27, 2025 · Dupuytren's (du-pwe-TRANZ) contracture is a condition that gradually causes connective tissue under the skin of your palm to thicken and become scar-like. Although …

Nov 17, 2019 · IASTM is a great way to break up fascial adhesions and saves wear and tear on the therapist’s joints. Vibration is a soothing way to move scar tissue and help reduce pain in a …

Dec 28, 2024 · Injuries to the palm can vary widely, leading to different types of scars. Understanding these injuries helps in recognizing their impact on palm readings and overall …

Pediatric palmar contact burns are becoming a common trauma, especially in young children. Treatment of this kind of burn is challenging as well as controversial, regarding the choice …

A hypertrophic scar is a thick raised scar. It’s an abnormal response to wound healing. Scarring more commonly occurs in areas where your skin is taut.

For example, a thick scar to the palm of your hand may stick to the tendons or nerves passing under the scar, potentially limiting your ability to straighten your fingers, make a fist and/or …