Trust Wandsworth Knee Replacement Specialists For Post-Op Scar Healing Methods

Jan 28, 2025

Scarring is an unavoidable side effect of total knee replacement surgery – but you don’t necessarily have to remove shorts from your wardrobe! Follow the tips in MSK Doctors’ (+4403300010048) guide to make sure your scar heals as it should, not as it shouldn’t!

Scar Tissue You Don’t Wish Seen

So, you’re about to get your long-awaited knee replacement in Wandsworth! This surgery can change your life if you’ve been struggling with pain. However, that’s not all it’ll do - it’ll also leave a scar. 

Don’t fret, though, MSK Doctors is here with expert pointers on tending to your post-op wound at home. By referring to this helpful guide throughout the process, your scarring will be nothing to worry about!

It’s natural to be worried about the severity of your scar after a total knee replacement procedure. Yet, there are several ways to administer scar care and ensure that it heals properly - and the resulting mark will be a point of pride, not shame!

Monitor your scar, step by step…

Thanks to MSK Doctors, you have access to a detailed timeline that demonstrates the expected look of your scar in the immediate aftermath of your surgery and then over subsequent weeks. You can easily track the progress of your rehab - and reduce the visibility of your scarring by following these expert tips.

Bookmark it or print it out; it’s up to you

Your attending surgeon will likely provide aftercare instructions in person, but given everything else that’s going on, it can be hard to remember everything they say! Don’t worry though, this document is always available for you to check. Whether you’re wearing dressings and focusing on keeping your incision clean or you’re at the long-term wound management stage, you’re covered. 

Scar minimisation techniques come in later on, and they’re all about making sure your knee looks good and works as it’s supposed to.“Once your wound has closed and your surgeon confirms it's safe, you can start using balms and gently massaging your scar. This can help to keep the skin supple and may reduce scar tissue buildup.”

Try these, says MSK Doctors.

Alongside balms, the guide recommends:

  • Creams
  • Ointments
  • Silicone sheets 

These can lessen your scarring significantly. What’s more, certain lifestyle and health choices may have an impact - for example, improving your sleep can trigger your body’s natural healing process.

If in doubt, consult an expert.

Of course, it’s important to seek professional guidance if your scarring isn’t healing as expected. 

Professor Paul Lee and MSK Doctors’ wider network of Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeons can help you there. This platform will introduce you to industry-renowned specialists based in Wandsworth and nearby. Wherever you are, assistance is never far away.

“Our commitment lies in offering comprehensive, high-quality information, trusted resources, and services across the UK for those seeking musculoskeletal care,” says an MSK Doctors spokesperson. “Contact us today to discover more about how we can assist with wound care after total knee replacement surgery.” 

Everything’s okay with MSK!

Check out https://mskdoctors.com/ today!

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