Scar Management Techniques
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Scars can be a painful, uncomfortable, unsightly area of concern for many clients after an injury. Scar management can be an important part of recovery, and understanding various types of scar management and empowering your client to participate with this part of daily self care is integral to regaining independence. This printable handout is for occupational therapists working with adult patients, covering Adult. Print Resource, US Letter, 1 page. Members can view and print it.
Use this resource when a patient, family, or colleague asks:
- When should scar massage begin after wound healing?
- How can silicone gel sheets and taping help scar healing?
- What scar management techniques can improve scar mobility and reduce adhesions?
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