How do you use Curad Scar Therapy clear pads?

The scar area is washed and dried, and the patch is applied and secured over the scar. For best results, a patch should remain on the skin at least 12 hours a day. The patch is changed daily for at least three weeks, after which results first become visible, with the therapy continued preferably until eight weeks.

How long to use embrace scar therapy?

When to start: Apply embrace ® on new scars less than 6 months old. For optimal results, use 2 to 4 weeks after suture removal. Tip: The earlier you treat, the better your results. Lastly, follow through with 60 days of treatment for a beautiful finish.

Does embrace scar therapy work?

As complete healing can take up to a year, embrace ® clinical trials showed that scars treated with embrace ® for 60 days showed significantly better results at 1 year after use than scars left untreated.

What is Scar Therapy?

After the wounds have healed successfully, active scarred areas should therefore be treated with suitable scar therapy. Scar therapy encourages the scar tissue to heal evenly and, particularly in larger areas, prevents the development of bulging scars or scar shrinkage, which can lead to problems or pain.

How long should I use silicone scar sheets?

We recommend wearing the sheets for 12 to 22 hours, making sure you remove them daily to allow the area to be washed and cleaned. Most people wear them for about 3 months.

When should I start using silicone scar sheets?

When can you begin using silicone gel for scars? You can begin using silicone gel for your scar as soon as your wound is fully healed and there is no more bleeding or scabbing. Generally, it takes about 3 weeks for a wound to fully heal, but this can vary by patient.

How long should you wear silicone scar sheets?

Can you massage away scar tissue?

Massaging your scars is important. It keeps the tissue around the incision loose so it doesn’t “stick” to the tissue underneath. Wait until after your skin has healed before you start massaging your scar. Your skin will be healed when the edges of the scar are well closed with no gaps, and have no drainage.

When should you start massaging scars?

When should I start massaging my scars? You should start massaging your scars two weeks after surgery. Wait until the sutures have been removed and all scabs have fallen off by themselves. Do not pull your scabs off.

Can you wear silicone sheets all day?

How long do you wear the sheets? We recommend wearing the sheets for 12 to 22 hours, making sure you remove them daily to allow the area to be washed and cleaned. Most people wear them for about 3 months.