Three and a half month out of surgery but the internal scar tissues haven't improved (at least to the extent I can tell) and there is still pain when I lift weights or do anything that stretches the scar tissues. The surgeon sent a referral to a physical therapist to see if they can help. The initial consult appointment was today.
The physical therapist examined my scars and tested my range of motion. My range of motion is mostly fine. I've been doing some tai chi and qi gong here and there so that likely helped. But to address the pain and a bit of swelling on the left, the recommendation was getting massages in the area to help with breaking down scar tissue and lymphatic drainage. It seems on the left, the scar tissue may be blocking that drainage, and thus preventing the swelling from going down. I was given snippets of textured foams that I could insert into my bra that would help massage the scar tissue when I move my arms. I was also able to schedule some appointments to get the area massaged professionally. They would also teach me how to do it so I can do it on my own as well. I was looking forward to getting a break from doctors' appointments, but I really want the scar tissue to heal and pain to go away sooner rather than later. Hopefully these physical therapy appointments will help.
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