Adhesions After C Section
May 7, 2010 by · Leave a Comment
There are a variety of problems that can arise as a result of a c section delivery, among them is adhesions. Adhesions are fibrous bands that form between tissues and organs. They may be thought of as internal scar tissue.
Many women who have had c-section later experience low back and hip pain. The c-section scar, if untreated can form prominent and internal scar tissue just above the pubic bone. When this scar tissue is thick with adhesions it can pull on the hip flexors or psoas musscles which originate at the lumbar vertabrae T12-L5 (your lower back). When one hip flexor is hypertonic (having a very high muscular tension) it will typically pull on the lower lumbar spine. As a result pain is experienced, typically either sciatic pain or lower back pain.
Another symptom that has been seen with cesarean moms is that they may have issues with lower digestion such as irritable bowel syndrome or elimination difficulties. Again, the tightening created by the scar tissue pulls within the abdominal cavity and thus affects the organs.
Bottom line, typically the scar tissue that formed after the c-section can tighten and pull the body out of balance and the symptoms of pain in the back really originates in the abdomen. Fortunately there are solutions that work for most women. First and foremost caring for the scar with daily self massage will soften the tissue dramatically and prevent adhesions. After two months the addition of dry skin brushing will further diminish and heal the scar tissue. Myofascial and craniosacral treatment can also help release any remaining pulling from the scar tissue in the pelvic floor. The hip flexor(s) can then return to balance. Caring for the scar in these ways creates relaxation of the tightened lower abdominal tissue relieving pressure on the low back, and typically avoids potential future problems and pain.
Couple the benefits of such a self care routine with those of binding and you have The Deluxe C Section Recovery Kit. We cared enough to design and make it, please care enough to use it.
A video showing how adhesions are treated with laparoscopic keyhole surgery
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C Section Recovery – Benefits of Massage & Dry Skin Brushing
March 25, 2010 by · Leave a Comment
We’ve been really busy recently producing a series of c section recovery videos. This one previews some very simple techniques you can use straight after your cesarean delivery. Our c section recovery and self massage guide has clearly explained and easy to do massage and dry skin brushing techniques for every stage of your c section recovery.
After Your C Section, Use Binding for Pain Control & Support
February 19, 2010 by · Leave a Comment
When the decision was made to have a C-Section birth with your obstetrician, your health and the baby’s health are paramount. The cesarean surgery recovery process involves many things which may include: abdominal pain from the surgery, a hard time getting out of bed, the new incision and c section scar healing process, and avoiding infections! Support and protect your fresh incision so that it does not tear, or open from the extra pregnancy weight. The most important thing is to be prepared, and one way is to have the C section recovery belt with you in the Hospital, because before you get up and move around, you need the support of binding. Without abdominal binding it can feel as if your insides are going to fall out! The c section recovery belt will also reduce your pain. Focus on the baby, not the pain! You may feel some pain, but it will be so much less than if you had nothing at all to support your freshly cut abdomen.
While your Obstetrician may have done the operation and provide needed medication, C Section Recovery Kits provide that extra support, protection and education about the recovery process and scar healing therapy for a softer healthier scar. Created by a Professional Massage therapist who experienced an emergency C Section, the guide gives you many simple and effective tools to assist you in a faster and better recovery. Don’t tear your fresh incision and end up with a big scar!
Our kit works in conjunction with your doctor’s advise. Please discuss any questions you may have with your doctor, including where the incision will be placed, what kind of stitching they may use to close you up, the pros and cons of staples, stitches or glue, and possibly double stitching your uterus. This helps to create a stronger incision so that a possible VBAC could happen next pregnancy.
Don’t think that just because you have been through this before that its going to be any easier or harder than the first time. There is no telling how your body wil respond to anaesthesia or other issues that may come up during your surgery and recovery. Sometimes there are issues with the incision reopening, swelling with blood coming out, or infections occuring either with the incision, kidneys, bladder or breast. We have provided a checklist and warning signs for infections in our book to help you take better care of yourself.
We want you recover quickly so you can feel wonderful and be more available to your new baby and family. Please don’t let your tissue be unsupported, just hanging out there, as the scarring and chance for complications increases with unsupported and freshly cut skin. They cut 6 layers in all, so it was a significant surgery!
Tearing and bleeding can occur, so avoid an incision that opens because of gravity on your abdomen.
Be prepared, and wrap yourself in comfort and protection using the ancient secrets of abdominal binding, self massage and dry skin brushing for a fast and easy recovery and small flat c section scar.
Your C Section Scar Needs Massage
October 22, 2009 by · Leave a Comment
After Pregnancy, your abdomen has just undergone tremendous change and it needs all the support it can get. Massaging your c section scar for even a few minutes a day can have a huge benefit. Discuss with your Doctor the different options of closing your incision, with staples, glue or suturing with a disintegrating material.
As you heal, your skin and scar will change, and the feelings around your scar will shift. Many women say they feel afraid to touch their scar and that it feels numb. In fact touching your abdomen after the surgery will help speed healing and reduce the size, feel and look of your scar. Because massaging stimulates the nerve endings it will bring the feelings and the numbness will disappear.
Massaging your c section scar can also help avoid incontinence as well as reduce pain. Massaging your scar helps it to heal faster, and becasue it softens the scar tissue to create a flat smooth scar. Massaging your c section incision helps organize the scar tissue because regular massage provides compression which increases circulation and connection, stimulating the healing process. Self massage of your healing scar reduces the potential for c section scar adhesions, so consistent touch and massage will help the look and feel of your scar, as well as promote circulation and awareness.
When you avoid touching your incision the tissue can end up being lumpy and discolored. If you feel lumps, chords, numb areas, and have bladder issues, then adhesions may be forming, through the disorganized scar tissue. Tissue fibers a like little pick up sticks, they need to be rolled and organized to optimize cohesion and healing. Consistent massage and dry skin brushing for as little as 2-5 minutes a day will make a big difference in your healing. Massage gently and always hold below your scar to avoid it opening.
The actual scar is much deeper than what you can see, so massage is key, and the longer you massage, the softer the scar and the deeper you can penetrate the abdomen to organize and help deeper levels internally. If you keloid easily, purchase silica strips or gel to aid in discoloration and scar texture on the surface
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