Our bodies tell a great many stories about our lives with scars being a visual reminder of these experiences. What is scar tissue? Scar tissue is thickened fibrous tissue that replaces healthy tissue that has been damaged. It is a normal part of the healing process. Scar tissue is made of collagen like normal tissue but the fibre composition and alignment can differ causing it to create tension in a singular direction. The following information on scar tissue management is looking more specifically at scars associated with child birth but can be transferred to other areas of the body as the principles are much the same. This is of course only a guide and it is important to talk to your GP or Physiotherapist if you have any concerns or questions. Scar tissue massage and mobilization can usually begin after 6 weeks as long as the wound is closed and there has been no complications such as infection. The scar will be at approximately 60% of it's previo...