I have a horizontal scar on the top of my back towards the shoulder. The scar stretched when healing because of tension. When the incision was made there was no special technique and dissolving sutures were put in. The scar is also reddish even after a year. Are there techniques such as Z-plasty that would keep the scar from stretching from tension and therefore make it less noticeable?
January 11, 2022
Answer: Scar management Scars over the shoulders are difficult to prevent from widening over time because there is usually a large amount of movement and tension in the area. Depending on how the scar appears, you could consider re-excising the scar and then trying to offload tension on the area afterwards with taping or silicone strips. You may still get widening over time though.
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January 11, 2022
Answer: Scar management Scars over the shoulders are difficult to prevent from widening over time because there is usually a large amount of movement and tension in the area. Depending on how the scar appears, you could consider re-excising the scar and then trying to offload tension on the area afterwards with taping or silicone strips. You may still get widening over time though.
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January 24, 2022
Answer: Scar Thank you for your question. Scarring outcomes often times vary on the back because the back is a high tension area. Layered closure with sutures can help minimize the tension, but even then, just daily bending over to tie your shoes can create enough tension to widen a scar. I highly recommend you consult with a board certified plastic surgeon regarding scar revision and to discuss your concerns about scarring on the back. Take care and good luck.
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January 24, 2022
Answer: Scar Thank you for your question. Scarring outcomes often times vary on the back because the back is a high tension area. Layered closure with sutures can help minimize the tension, but even then, just daily bending over to tie your shoes can create enough tension to widen a scar. I highly recommend you consult with a board certified plastic surgeon regarding scar revision and to discuss your concerns about scarring on the back. Take care and good luck.
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