Damaged skin and tissue is replaced by collagen and fibrous tissue that has less elastic properties, according to The Spinal Columns. Scar massage is likely the most implemented treatment intervention used in caring for scars on the hand, outside of active range of motion exercises (which are important for gliding soft tissue). Fortunately, there are things you can do to get relief. So, if you’ve had surgery on this joint you want to massage all around the entire joint because there’s scar tissue forming on all of those structures underneath the skin. But scar actually forms anywhere you’ve had swelling. Excess scar tissue, layers deep, can significantly reduce function and movement months after surgery. Scar tissue can be treated. Scar tissue develops as a normal response to tissue injury. There are several unfavorable effects of scar tissue formation following surgery. Before you undergo surgery, here’s what to know about reducing scarring as you heal. After an injury or surgery, our bodies naturally make scar. Scar tissue can become a problem if it limits function and/or is unpleasant to look at. And you want to do this for about five minutes and really soften it (scar tissue) up. A physical or occupational therapist who specializes in treating upper extremity injuries can help. Damaged skin and tissue is replaced by collagen and fibrous tissue that has less elastic properties, according to The Spinal Columns.

Scar tissue pain can sometimes occur after an injury or surgery — or it may not occur until years later. And on the skin’s surface, visible, lingering scars might be noticeable enough to really bother patients.