Physical Therapy

I started physical therapy at the suggestion of Dr. Rasmussen to rule out abdominal wall strain.

My therapists name is Trevor. He says that we should know in 2-3 visits if the physical therapy is going to help.

My therapy plan involves taking a metal object (looks like brass knuckles) coated in cocoa butter and rubbing it with pressure across my abdomen and over all scar areas. He says this increases the blood flow to the area and tissues and allows it to heal and become less painful. Seems weird but I am going with it right now. It has to be one of the most unpleasant feelings. It hurts and only seems to be aggravating my pain instead of relieving it. He also gives me some abdominal wall stretches to do to increase the strength back into my muscles.

I have 3 more visits scheduled. We should know after these 3 appointments whether the therapy is going to work or not.