Scar Massage
Taking Care of Your Scar
Did you know scars continue to heal and respond to treatment even years later?
• Keep the area hydrated with a good moisturizer.
• Gentle massage can improve the texture and flexibility of your scar.
• Movement helps maintain circulation and elasticity.
Your body has an incredible ability to heal itself, and with the right support, you can help it along
the way
Read the articles below to find more information about scar health and massage
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Stretching Isn’t a Waste of Time
If you've ever been told stretching is pointless, or you have felt guilty for skipping it after class, it's time to rethink it. Stretching isn't about showing off splits– it's about helping your body move, recover, and feel freer. When you match the type of stretch to...
“Posture after cancer: why stoops, tilts and curves can appear–and what you can do”
"Help! I looked in the mirror and see tilts and bends that weren't there before..." If this sounds familiar, you are not alone. Many people notice changes in posture after cancer treatment– rounded shoulders, a forward stoop, or even a side tilt that looks a little...
Moving More in Everyday Life During and After Cancer Treatment
When people think about "exercise", they often picture, gyms, treadmills, or structured classes. These are all fabulous. But movement doesn't have to be formal. It can be built into the small moments or everyday life– at home, at work, with family, and even socially....
Getting Back to Life, Sport, and the Activities You Love After Cancer (Even with Setbacks Like a Hernia or Lymph Node Removal
When treatment ends, many people dream of returning to the life they once had– whether that's walking the dog without fatigue, gardening all weekend, or even returning to competitive sport. But recovery is rarely a straight line. I was recently asked in a cancer rehab...
Hot tubs, saunas & a compromised lymphatic system: the good, the bad and the ugly
Hot tubs, saunas & a compromised lymphatic system: the good, the bad and the ugly. Why this matters: If your lymphatic system is compromised (after cancer treatment, surgery, infection or primary lymphoedema), heat can be a friend or a foe. A client of mine...
Manual Lymphatic Drainage vs Machine-based Treatments: What’s the Difference?
When people talk about "lymphatic drainage" these days, they may be thinking of three quite different things: Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) performed by a trained therapist, machine-based lymphatic treatments, such as pressotherapy suits or compression devices, and...
You’re not “chronic enough”? Here’s the truth…
When "You're Not Chronic Enough" Isn't the End: 6 Powerful Questions to Ask Your Healthcare Provider If you have ever been told by a healthcare professional that you do not qualify for treatment because your condition "isn't bad enough yet," or that's normal, it can...
Foot Work?
We expect a lot from our feet– they carry us through life, quite literally. But how often do we actually care for them? I don't mean a quick toenail trim, I mean really give them some attention? Question– How much time do you spend on your feet each day? And how much...
Why Resistance Training (in our Pilates Sessions) Matters (Especially for Women Mid-Life)
Why Resistance Training Matters (Especially for Women in Mid‑Life) 💪 Resistance training—using weights, bands, or bodyweight—does far more than just build muscle. It improves: Muscle strength & mass– countering age‑related sarcopenia. Bone density– reducing...
Can We Still Learn New Things as We Get Older? (Spoiler: Absolutely Yes!)
We have all heard the phrase "You can't teach and old dog new tricks." Well, apologies to the dog lovers but that's a load of rubbish when it comes to humans– especially brilliant, life-experienced women like us (it took a guts to put that sentence in. That is my...