Frequently asked questions:

Specialist targeted treatment for scarring

Non - invasive treatment and care for scarring and oedema following surgery and traumatic injuries.

Improving the way your scar looks, feels and functions.

Principle Occupational Therapist Jessica is also a Qualified Restore Scar Therapy Practitioner, offering specialist scar work for the treatment of old & new scars; this includes scars sustained from surgeries, trauma, oncology treatments, burns, cesarean scars and facial scars.

Treatments include:

  • Scar massage

  • Fascial scar tissue release

  • Negative pressure therapy (NPT) 

  • Scar Taping 

  • Silicone Therapy 

  • Lymphatic drainage

  • Compression Therapy

  • Inter-oral techniques

Therapy goals:

  • Reduce pain & discomfort 

  • Improve mobility

  • Improve scar appearance

  • Restore sensation

  • Support post op recovery

  • Boost emotional wellbeing

Please contact Jessica.hopkins@whatmattersot.com.au to discuss availability & fees. You can find further information at www.synergyscartherapy.com.au and https://restorescartherapy.com.‍ ‍

This is currently offered as a mobile service in the Hills Shire region, NSW. 

  • Scar therapy can start in as little as 6-8 weeks post surgery/trauma, given that the site has fully healed and is closed with no scabbing, weeping or oozing, and there are no stitches or staples in place. If you are under a consultant’s care, we will write to your consultant prior to commencing scar work to ensure there are no contraindications or specific precautions in place.

  • No, you can self refer. You do not need a doctors referral if you are a private patient. Your doctor can send a referral on your behalf with additional information if you think this would be helpful, however this is not mandatory.

  • Absolutely! Both old and new scars can benefit from scar therapy treatment. The number of sessions needed, the frequency of sessions & the recommended treatment plan will depend on the scars age, size, location, how you respond to treatment & what your specific goals are for your scar.

  • No, scar therapy is a pain free non-invasive treatment made up of various techniques tailored to your scar needs.

  • The RESTORE method has been developed by the UK's leading scar therapy teacher and Harley Street scar specialist, Emma Holly.

    RESTORE scar therapy method is used within the NHS and leading private healthcare providers.

    Restore Therapy: The leading scar therapy educator in UK 

  • Your treatment will involve mainly manual work, however may also involve the following if/when indicated: Silone sheeting or bands, k-taping, negative pressure therapy using smalls cups, scar wand tools, compression aids, silicone gels, oils and wax.

  • Prices vary depending on your treatment plan. The length of a standard treatment is 1 hour and all products (except silicone bands) are included in this pricing.