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What is MSTR®
McLoughlin Scar Tissue Release
MSTR® is a gentle, non-invasive technique developed specifically for working with scar tissue. It was created by Alastair McLoughlin and is practised by a small number of certified practitioners worldwide. Cherry is one of very few certified MSTR® practitioners in New Zealand.
Scar tissue forms whenever the body heals from surgery, injury, burns or trauma. While scars are a normal part of healing, they can sometimes restrict movement, compress nerves, impede blood flow, or contribute to discomfort that extends well beyond the scar site itself. MSTR® works gently with the scar and the surrounding tissue to release these restrictions and support the body to restore its natural movement and function.
The technique is applied very lightly. There is no deep pressure, no pain, and no need to remove clothing beyond exposing the scar site. Scars of any age can be worked with, including long-standing scars that have been present for many years.
A NOTE ON SCAR TISSUE
Scars affect more than the surface
Scar tissue does not behave like normal skin. It can adhere to underlying structures, restrict fascia, and create compensatory patterns throughout the body that show up as pain, tightness or reduced movement far from the original injury site.
MSTR® addresses these deeper effects gently and respectfully, working with your body rather than against it. Many clients notice changes in how they move, how they feel, and how they relate to their scar after just one or two sessions.
WHO IT HELPS
MSTR® can help with scars from
Caesarean sections
Mastectomy and breast surgery
Appendix and hernia surgery
Abdominal surgery
Trauma wounds and lacerations
Laparoscopic port sites
Joint replacements
Burns and skin grafts
Any surgical or traumatic scar
MSTR® is also indicated when scarring is affecting nerve pathways, range of motion, blood flow, or contributing to emotional discomfort related to the scar.
SESSIONS
Your MSTR® session
MSTR® Scar Tissue Release
A focused session working directly with your scar and the surrounding tissue. Cherry will take a brief history of the scar, discuss your goals, and explain what to expect before beginning treatment. The technique is applied very lightly and is suitable for sensitive and long-standing scars.
60 min · In-clinic Upper Hutt or mobile Wellington-wide
$115
YOUR SESSION
What to expect
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently asked
Everything you need to know before your first MSTR® session.
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
Real people. Real results
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I was recommended to Cherry for scar tissue release after breaking my wrist and having surgery. You could tell immediately how caring and passionate she is. The treatment I received is amazing — my hand therapist could really feel and notice a difference.
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Carol
MSTR® scar tissue release
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Book your MSTR® session
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027 829 2876 · info@holistichealth.org.nz · Trentham, Upper Hutt
