Management of Scar Tissue
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What you can do to assist the healing of scar tissue.
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Finger massage can help to improve scar tissue.
Following surgery massage can commence once the wound has sufficiently sealed and healed to be touched with the finger tips. Dependent upon the nature of surgery and the size of the surgical site it may well be worth checking with the Doctor or Nurse treating you before starting massage.
Ideally massage should be undertaken several times a day. If this isn't possible try to massage as frequently as possible, at least once a day.
Using a dermatology recommended moisturiser, oil or sun protection cream as the massage medium and clean finger-tips gently work in a spiral or circular movement, using moderate pressure, over the scar area.
Many patients report excellent healing using this method so it might well be worth giving this technique a try.
| Products available for the management of scar tissue. |
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The products listed below are included
following recommendations from healthcare professionals and patients.
Items include treatments for the management of scars resulting from surgery and
a medical adhesive remover, useful for dressing removal following surgery.
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Dermatix
A topical silicone gel
application which offers many advantages. The advanced formulation gel
maintains the skin's moisture balance, whilst improving scarred surfaces
resulting from surgery, burns and other injuries. Available from pharmacies with or without a prescription. |
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Kelo-cote
Advanced
formula topical silicone Scar Gel that has been developed to to be effective for
the management and prevention of scars resulting from trauma, burns and scars.
Kelo-cote is available on prescription from your GP or
Dermatologist |
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Appeel
A silicone based no sting
medical adhesive remover. Removing dressings can be both painful and damaging
to skin. Easy to use aerosol for the removal of dressings and is
suitable for use on sensitive, sore or fragile skin. |
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The above products are recommendations. The Gorlin Syndrome Group cannot be held responsible for adverse reactions.
Always be sure to speak to a Doctor about the usefulness of products. |
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