Scar Release Therapy SRT
Post-Surgical Scar Support Using Dolphin Microcurrent Therapy
Non-invasive care provided by a Registered Acupuncturist in Midtown Toronto
Enhanced Lifestyle Acupuncture offers scar-focused acupuncture care for individuals experiencing ongoing discomfort, tightness, or movement restriction related to surgical scars. Even after a scar has healed on the surface, deeper tissue sensitivity or restriction may remain.
Scar support at ELA integrates needle-free acupuncture using Dolphin Neurostim™ microcurrent (MPS) with traditional acupuncture approaches when appropriate. This care is provided under Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac.) scope as adjunctive support following surgery, with the goal of supporting comfort, tissue response, and overall physical wellbeing.
Common surgical scars include C-section, abdominal, orthopedic, and breast or chest surgeries.
Breast Surgery Scars
Appendectomy Scars
Lung Surgery Scars
Cesarean Scars
Orthopaedic Scars
Heart Surgery Scars
Who This Scar Support Is For
At Enhanced Lifestyle Acupuncture, scar-related care is a core part of our practice.
Many people seek scar release therapy when they notice that a surgical scar continues to feel uncomfortable, tight, sensitive, or restrictive long after surgery. This may include pulling sensations, numbness, discomfort during movement, or a feeling that the body is not moving freely.
We offer non-invasive scar support using Dolphin Neurostim™ microcurrent technology, provided under Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac.) scope, as adjunctive care following medical treatment.
Scar-focused care may be appropriate for individuals who:
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Have completed medical and rehabilitative treatment
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Feel healed but not fully comfortable
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Experience ongoing physical symptoms they associate with a surgical scar
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Are looking for non-invasive, needle-free scar support
Scar Release Therapy: What Is This
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The phrase scar release therapy is commonly used to describe approaches that aim to support comfort and mobility related to scar tissue. These approaches do not “erase” scars, but may help address scar-related discomfort, restriction, or sensitivity.
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At Enhanced Lifestyle Acupuncture, scar release therapy is approached as supportive, non-invasive care, integrating acupuncture and microcurrent point stimulation (MPS) using Dolphin Neurostim™, depending on individual presentation.
Types of Surgical Scars Commonly Seen
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Scar-focused acupuncture and microcurrent care is commonly explored following surgeries such as:
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Cesarean section (C-section scars)
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Abdominal surgeries (appendectomy, gallbladder, hysterectomy)
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Breast surgery scars
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Orthopedic surgeries (hip, knee, shoulder, ankle)
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Cardiac and thoracic surgeries
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Each scar and healing process is unique. Care is always approached on a case-by-case basis.
When Scar Release Therapy Is Considered
Scar Release Therapy can start 6-8 weeks post-op or after complete scar healed. Specifically for C-Section scars, they can be worked on even if you're planning to have another baby. Scar-focused acupuncture care is typically considered after initial healing, once medical clearance has been provided. Some individuals seek care within months of surgery, while others explore scar release therapy years later.
Even older scars may be explored, depending on individual circumstances.
Dolphin Stim & Microcurrent Scar Support (MPS)
Dolphin Neurostim™ is a Health Canada–licensed microcurrent device used by regulated practitioners to deliver gentle electrical stimulation at the skin’s surface.
When used for scar-focused care, Dolphin microcurrent (MPS) may help support tissue response, circulation, and comfort around surgical scars. This approach is needle-free, conservative, and integrated into acupuncture sessions when appropriate.
Dolphin microcurrent is used as adjunct support and does not replace medical treatment, physiotherapy, or surgical follow-up.
How Scar Support Sessions Are Approached
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This care is:
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Non-invasive and needle-free when using Dolphin microcurrent
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Supportive and adjunctive to medical care
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Provided under Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac.) scope
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Focused on scar-related physical discomfort and restriction
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This care is not:
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A medical treatment
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A guarantee of results
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A replacement for surgery, physiotherapy, or medical care
Contraindications and When Not To Have Dolphin Stim
All patients must book initial acupuncture appointment first.
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Being pregnant
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Having a cardiac pacemaker
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Epilepsy/Seizures
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Cancer/Tumour around the area
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*Metal around joints are not CI's and can be treated around safely
What This Care Is — and Is Not
This care is:
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Non-invasive and needle-free when using Dolphin microcurrent
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Supportive and adjunctive to medical care
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Provided under Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac.) scope
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Focused on scar-related physical discomfort and restriction
This care is not:
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A medical treatment
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A guarantee of results
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A replacement for surgery,
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physiotherapy, or medical care
Why Scar Support Is a Core Focus at ELA
Scar-related care is an established focus within Enhanced Lifestyle Acupuncture. Many patients seek this support as part of a broader approach to pain, recovery, and physical wellbeing following surgery.
Our approach emphasizes conservative, regulated, non-invasive care, with attention to safety, scope, and the individual experience of recovery.
Research & Education on Scar Tissue
Some research explores how scar tissue may influence comfort, movement, and tissue response following surgery. Because research in this area is evolving, detailed studies are best reviewed directly from their original sources.
For those interested in learning more about microcurrent-based approaches and scar-related care, additional information can be found here:
Learn more Dolphin MPS C-Section Scar Release Therapy (SRT)
👉 https://www.dolphinmps.com/c-section-scar-release-therapy/
Research findings on Dolphin stim microcurrent for various conditions
FAQ Scar Release Therapy
Q: Can old surgical scars still cause discomfort?
A: Some people notice ongoing tightness, sensitivity, or discomfort years after surgery. In some cases, scar tissue may contribute to these sensations.
Q: What does scar-focused acupuncture care feel like?
A: Scar-focused sessions are gentle and non-invasive. Treatment is tailored to comfort levels and focuses on supporting tissue mobility and relaxation.
Q: Is scar release therapy painful or invasive?
A: No. This approach is non-invasive and designed to be comfortable. Care is provided within acupuncture services and does not replace medical care.
Not sure if scar-focused acupuncture is right for you?
Scar-focused support, if appropriate, is discussed as part of your acupuncture visit.
