We all know that scars look and feel different from the skin they have replaced, but they also react differently to the sun. Now that Summer is here and we are trying to spend at least part of the day outside, extra care should be taken to avoid direct sunlight on all scars and particularly …
What is this? A Mastectomy is the medical name for the surgical removal of one or both breasts. It is usually performed as a treatment or preventative measure for breast cancer in both women and men. A Mastectomy is often recommended when the tumour is large or there are multiple tumours throughout the breast. During …
We all want our wounds to heal quickly and neatly but it’s a complicated process and sometimes other factors can slow it down. Slow wound healing often causes more scarring as the body gets stuck in the Proliferative phase which is when the new tissue is built. Here are some things that can slow down …
Whatever our age, we all want to have the healthiest skin that we can achieve. Following these general tips should help you enjoy a smoother skin and may help to make your scars less noticeable: Stay hydrated. Drinking water improves your skin’s elasticity while reducing the signs of dryness and roughness. Eat foods high in …
Your skin is the largest organ of your body and protects you from bacteria and the outside world. It also helps regulate your body temperature, and lets you feel heat and cold, rough and smooth. It is made up of three layers – The epidermis, the dermis and the hypodermis. When your skin is broken, …
There are many different types of scarring that can result when tissues are damaged. All types can benefit from Scarwork™ therapy although results will vary depending on maturity and size of area being treated. Fine line scars – An uncomplicated scar caused by surgery or a minor wound. Immature scars will appear red and slightly …
Who can Scarwork™ help? Anyone who has a scar from an accident or surgery could benefit from this therapy.Our bodies have an amazing ability to heal but sometimes the process does not go smoothly and the end result is not an ideal repair. As the wound heals, different layers of tissue can get stuck together …
Many people have scars that cause them no problems at all. However, there are a number of common complaints that I hear from clients who do have issues: Pain, itchiness, tingling, numbness – These are all usually caused by damage to the nerves in the area around the scar. Either the nerves were cut during …
It is a sad fact of life that many people see scars as a disfigurement. They are often associated with “the bad guy” in a film or we try to cover them with heavy make – up, long sleeves or a high collar. In a society obsessed with beauty, this negative attitude can all too …
When you see a mushroom emerging from the ground, all you notice is the fruiting body of the fungus. Sometimes they can be tiny, sometimes they group together and sometimes they can be very large and obvious. Regardless of this they all appear to be a relatively confined structure. However, the part you see on …
