C-Section Scar Treatment

Scar Treatment & Rehab

C-section scar tissue provides stability but can cause restrictions. C-section scar therapy helps restore mobility and ease discomfort.

Some of those restrictions include:

  • Pain at the scar site – this can include pain on the superficial scar as well as pain deeper in the pelvis. This is often accompanied by a pulling sensation or a feeling of restriction.

  • Low back pain – as the scar places tension deeper in the pelvis, some of the fascia attaches at the low back and pulls constantly.
  • Pain during intercourse – because the scar pulls on all of the tissues around it, we commonly find tension in the lower pelvis and pelvic floor area.
  • Bladder issues – because of the proximity of the bladder to the scar, the bladder is often not able to function properly. Frequent urination as well as incontinence are often the result.

C-section scar treatment involves intervention in several different ways:

  • Micro-point stimulation helps to reorganize the scar tissue on a cellular level. We want the scar to stay strong and mobility so the body can move properly.

  • Manual therapy is helpful in restoring mobility to the scar and surrounding area. This can lead to immediate and dramatic results in incontinence, scar pain, low back pain, and pain during intercourse. We are giving the body the ability to move again.
  • Castor oil packs are recommended when the scar tissue has been particularly troublesome for many years.
  • Laser therapy can help the healing process after a recent C-section and soften the scar tissue on an older scar so that the manual work is much more effective. For many clients, this has been a game changer.
Close-up of a C-section scar being assessed for treatment at Motility BodyWork in Tulsa, Oklahoma

Testimonials

What They Say

MIkewendy2

“Absolutely incredible! I have had 2 C-sections, an abdominoplasty, as well as 2 other abdominal surgeries. Recently, I’ve had chronic pain in my lower back and hips due to scar tissue. After just 1 visit, I feel like I have new hips! So totally worth it! Gunther is a godsend!!!!” - mikenwendy2

Holly McAlister

“I came into town for a short trip and was in desperate pain. I am 36 weeks pregnant and have been experiencing the worst pelvic and low back pain. I called, and Allan moved his schedule to get me in that day! This is not massage therapy—it is bodywork that actually pinpoints and treats the issue! I left the session PAIN FREE. After suffering for months with tightness that massage and physical therapy couldn’t release, he pinpointed the issues and released the tension for relief. I extended my weekend trip just to get in for one more session before I left town, in which he did his best to equip me with exercises to continue healing my pelvic floor and back pain. If you’ve never had pelvic floor therapy, your therapist will be very up in your business. But Allan is extremely professional and made me feel completely comfortable and in control the entire time. I’m thankful he chose to make time for me, and if you’re looking for relief in pregnancy and postpartum, GO TO ALLAN!” - Holly McAlister