Cesarean Scar Therapy
Motherhood is an exciting time but can come with unexpected challenges such as having a C-Birth. Nearly one-third of births in Canada are performed by cesarean section or C-section. Yet outside of infection prevention suggestions, very little post surgical care is offered to women.
C-section scars can come with traumatic feelings and emotions which can activate your body’s stress response. This can impact how your body heals, creating tightness in the surrounding muscles or tissues and reduced circulation.
Overtime, cesarean scar tightness and scar pain can impact abdominal muscle strength and posture, and develop into chronic hip and low back pain. Deeper adhesions may also affect bladder function and pelvic pain. Urgency, increased frequency, painful urination or sex, constipation, abdominal pain or bloating.
WHAT IS CESAREAN SCAR RELEASE THERAPY?
C-section Scar Release Therapy uses Microcurrent Point Stimulation (MPS) which is approved by Health Canada and the FDA. MPS applies brief concentrated DC current impulses along your scar. You will experience minimal, and sometimes no pain during the treatment.
The treatment works to stimulate your body’s healing process, reduce tightness and alleviate pain.
BENEFITS
Reduced pain
Improved mobility
Decreased tissue tightness
Improve appearance
WHAT TO EXPECT DURING A SESSION
During your first C-section scar release session your therapist will:
Have a conversation to get to know you, your birth story, current concerns and your health goals
Assess your scar mobility and sensation, postural alignment, core strength and DRA status (ab muscle separation)
Address your questions or concerns
Work with you to develop treatment goals and based on them create a plan to help you achieve them.
Start your path to healing with a c-section scar release treatment followed by any indicated soft tissue work and a customized homecare plan.
FAQ’S
When can I start Scar release Therapy (SRT)?
As soon as possible! MPS help stimulate your body’s natural healing processes. It is gentle and non-invasive. Whenever you feel comfortable is the best time to start. We follow the highest sanitizing and hygiene standards.
How many sessions will I need?
Many factors will determine your individual treatment frequency or duration. The degree of scar trauma, history of infection, or prior C-births will play a role in determining your treatment plan. Your therapist will discuss this with you at the end of your first visit
My scar is more than a year old. Can I still benefit from SRT?
Yes! It’s never too late to start your healing journey. Older scars may require more time to create lasting changes in your body.
Is SRT covered by insurance?
Yes. SRT visits are billed under your massage therapy benefits. We direct bill most insurance plans providing yours allows for direct billing.
Still have questions? Ask us about this and other treatment options that might be right for you. We offer complimentary virtual consultations.
Renee Simons is an RMT who focuses on Women’s Health and Happy Digestion. She has been practicing since 2004 and lives in Calgary with her family.
Learn more about C – section scar release therapy at MPS Dolphin Scar Therapy
