Does Gentle Scar Therapy Help With Numbness?

One of the most common questions I hear is: “Will Gentle Scar Therapy help with the numbness around my scar?”

The short answer is yes, it can—but let’s unpack why.

Why scars often feel numb

After surgery, injury, or trauma, scar tissue forms as part of the body’s natural healing process. While this is essential for repair, it can disrupt normal communication between the skin, underlying tissues, and the nervous system. This is why scars may feel:

• Numb

• Tingly

• Itchy

• Hypersensitive

Essentially, the nerves in and around the scar may not be sending or receiving messages the way they once did.

How Gentle Scar Therapy helps

Gentle Scar Therapy is not about changing the appearance of a scar—it’s about improving how the scar feels and functions. Through light, specific, hands-on techniques, we gently stimulate the tissues and surrounding nerves.

This helps to:

• Encourage healthier nerve signalling

• Restore normal sensations to areas that feel “switched off”

• Reduce tingling, itching, or sensitivity

• Support better movement and comfort in the scar region

Many clients describe the experience as their scar “waking up.” They notice subtle improvements session by session, with sensations gradually returning and the area feeling more comfortable and connected to the rest of the body.

Every scar is unique

It’s important to remember that every scar and every body heals differently. The degree of numbness, how long ago the scar formed, and the individual’s overall health all play a role. Some people notice changes quickly, while for others, progress is more gradual.

Final thoughts

So, does Gentle Scar Therapy help with numbness? Yes, it can—by gently reactivating and supporting the nerves and tissues that have been disrupted by scarring.

If you’re living with a scar that feels numb, tingly, or just “not right,” Gentle Scar Therapy may offer the support your body needs to restore healthy sensation and comfort.