Réhabital
C-section Scar Recovery and Treatment in Côte Saint-Luc
After a C-section, the skin may look closed while the area still feels tender, numb, or tight. At Réhabital, Shahram Ghasemi, MD (Iran), DOMP, offers a cautious manual approach guided by your comfort and goals. Direct work on the scar is considered only when the wound is fully healed and your physician has cleared it—often around six to eight weeks or later, depending on healing. If you are unsure whether healing is complete, ask your medical team first.
Book an AppointmentUnderstanding This Condition
A C-section incision passes through several layers of tissue. Healing and remodelling continue for months, and the appearance of the skin alone cannot confirm that deeper tissues have finished healing. Some people notice pulling when straightening or changing position, tenderness to touch, itching, altered sensation, or discomfort when resuming movement. Others recover without ongoing symptoms. A feeling that tissue catches does not by itself establish a problematic adhesion, and persistent pain can have different contributors, including muscles, nerves, the pelvic floor, or other aspects of postpartum recovery. Scar massage is sometimes used after the wound has healed, but available evidence is limited and does not justify promising that it will release internal adhesions, prevent every complication, or eliminate pain. A manual assessment does not replace obstetric follow-up or medical evaluation when symptoms are concerning. Healing varies from person to person, so timing and care should follow the advice of your physician and surgical team.
Common Symptoms
Common Causes
Normal tissue remodelling
Tissues reorganize over time. Sensitivity and flexibility can change gradually and differently for each person.
Skin sensitivity
Clothing pressure, friction, or certain movements can irritate an area that remains sensitive after the incision has closed.
Nerve-related changes
Small nerve branches may be affected, contributing to numbness, tingling, or increased sensitivity.
Different tissue movement
Tissues near the incision may glide differently after surgery. This sensation does not necessarily indicate an abnormal adhesion.
Postpartum demands
Interrupted sleep, infant care, posture, and gradual return to activity can all influence comfort during recovery.
Our Treatment Approach
The visit begins with your history, surgery and healing course, symptoms, and the activities you want to resume. We ask whether your medical team has confirmed healing and permitted local care. No direct scar mobilization is performed on an open or draining wound, or when healing is uncertain; direct work must wait until the wound is fully healed and your physician has cleared it, often around six to eight weeks or later. If touch is appropriate, care starts gently, considering the surrounding tissues and progressing only as tolerated. You remain in control and can request a pause or stop at any time. Gentle movement, breathing, and advice about gradual activity may be discussed when relevant. We do not force the tissues or try to “break up” adhesions. Evidence for manual scar techniques remains limited; a reasonable goal is to support comfort and movement, without guaranteeing a result. If symptoms suggest another cause or need medical assessment, we will recommend that you contact a physician.
What to Expect at Your First Visit
Your first appointment focuses on understanding symptoms, priorities, and the instructions you received after delivery. Wear comfortable clothing and bring any relevant medical guidance. Direct treatment may be postponed if healing has not been confirmed, you have not received medical clearance, or you prefer to wait. A session should not cause significant pain; tell us promptly about discomfort. The number of visits depends on your needs and response—there is no required protocol.
At-Home Self-Care Tips
- Follow your discharge instructions and your physician’s recommendations.
- Do not massage the scar before it is fully healed and medically cleared.
- Resume movement and exercise gradually according to your care team’s advice.
- Choose clothing that does not rub or press on the area.
- Avoid scratching or pulling on skin that is still fragile.
- Seek medical advice promptly if pain, redness, warmth, or drainage develops.
Prognosis & Recovery Timeline
Scar maturation continues for months, and the pace varies. Some people gradually notice less sensitivity or tightness; others retain numbness or tenderness. Manual care does not guarantee improvement and may not address a medical cause. Pain that worsens, limits activity, or does not improve should be discussed with your physician to clarify its cause and options.
When to See Us at Réhabital
You may book to discuss movement and comfort once the wound is fully healed and your physician has cleared direct care. Seek prompt medical attention for spreading redness, warmth, pus or foul-smelling drainage, fever, wound opening, or heavy bleeding. Calf pain or swelling needs urgent medical assessment. Sudden chest pain or shortness of breath: call emergency services. If you suspect a postoperative complication, contact your obstetric team rather than waiting for a manual therapy appointment.
Why Réhabital Clinic
Réhabital is on the ground floor of Cavendish Mall, D4-5800 Cavendish Boulevard, Côte Saint-Luc, on the Island of Montréal. There are no stairs and parking is free. Shahram Ghasemi, MD (Iran), DOMP, provides an individualized, cautious approach. Receipts for private insurance are available. Appointments are offered in the evening and on Sundays; book through Jane App or call (438) 842-3550. We do not provide home visits or on-site imaging. The 10% discount on the first clinic visit does not apply to physiotherapy.
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D4-5800 Cavendish Blvd
Côte Saint-Luc, QC H4W 2T5
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Sun: 10AM–4PM
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