Compression Therapy

Compression therapy for scar management is an important part in the rehabilitation of a burn injury. Compression therapy has several benefits including:

• Minimizing the development of scarring
• Protect fragile skin
• Promote better circulation of damaged tissues
• Decrease itching
• Helps to keep moisturizers on, which lubricates the skin
• Reducing bulky, thick scars

Compression garments are special clothes that are worn after a burn injury. The compression garments are worn over the injured area and are tight fitting.