Scar tissue does not behave the same way in every person. Factors such as the type of surgery performed, individual healing responses, genetics, the amount of tissue involved and postoperative rehabilitation can all influence how scar tissue matures. For this reason, treatment should never follow a standard protocol.
Post liposuction fibrosis remains one of the most common concerns during recovery following cosmetic body contouring procedures. While some firmness beneath the skin is expected as tissues heal, excessive fibrosis can lead to hard lumps, tissue restriction, discomfort and contour irregularities that may affect both function and patient satisfaction.
Liposuction can achieve excellent cosmetic and functional outcomes, however some patients experience postoperative fibrosis during the recovery process. Fibrosis may lead to hard lumps, tissue tightness, reduced skin mobility, discomfort and changes in body contour. In some cases, these symptoms can persist for months and affect satisfaction with the surgical result.
If you have pain around the base of your thumb, you may have come across terms such as thumb arthritis (CMC arthritis) and De Quervain’s tenosynovitis.
Pain at the base of the thumb can make surprisingly simple tasks feel difficult.
Opening jars, turning keys, carrying shopping bags, lifting children, using a phone, or even gripping a coffee cup can become uncomfortable.
Few things are more frustrating than going to bed feeling fine and waking up with neck pain. For some people, the discomfort settles after a hot shower or a few hours of movement. For others, it can linger throughout the day and make turning the head, driving, working, or concentrating uncomfortable.
Shoulder pain but full movement is a common and often confusing problem. Many people expect that if something is wrong, they should not be able to move their shoulder properly. However, it is very possible to have pain while still having full range of motion.
One of the most common questions people ask when experiencing back pain is whether the symptoms are muscular or nerve related.
This is something we frequently discuss with patients experiencing tightness, burning pain, tingling, numbness, or symptoms travelling into the buttock or leg.
Although muscle pain and nerve pain can overlap, they often behave differently and create very different symptom patterns.
Sudden back pain without injury can feel alarming, especially when the pain appears unexpectedly during a simple movement or everyday activity.
Many people describe their back “going” while bending, standing up, reaching, or even turning awkwardly. Others wake up with pain despite not remembering a clear injury.
Back pain after sitting is one of the most common complaints we see at Sydney Physio Clinic in Sydney CBD. It often affects office workers, commuters, students, and people who spend long periods at a desk.
Many people notice their back feels stiff, sore, or tight when they first stand up. Sometimes the pain eases after a few steps. Other people feel discomfort for much longer.