Abdominal & Breast
Your Tummy Tuck Healed on the Outside. We Fix What’s Still Stuck Inside.
Months after surgery, your belly still feels hard, your core won’t fire, and nobody seems to take the pain seriously. You’re not imagining it.
Months after surgery, your belly still feels hard, your core won’t fire, and nobody seems to take the pain seriously. You’re not imagining it.
We look beyond the surface scar.
We assess the full chain from core and fascia to hips, spine, and pelvic floor to find out what’s actually restricting you.
Shockwave breaks up internal adhesions.
Focused and radial shockwave therapy targets the deep scar bands your surgeon never mentioned, combined with hands-on scar release.
We rebuild your core from the inside out.
After releasing scar restrictions, we guide you through progressive core and pelvic floor exercises designed for post-surgical bodies.
60-minute one-on-one assessment + treatment plan.
No pressure, no contracts.
If any of this sounds familiar, you're in the right place.
Your belly still feels hard, tight, or “stuck” months after your tummy tuck
Sitting up, lifting, or doing basic core movements feels nearly impossible
Back or hip pain appeared after surgery and nobody can explain why
You had a C-section or multiple abdominal surgeries before your tummy tuck
You keep hearing “it’s normal, just give it time” but deep down you know something more is going on
The Real Problem
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Most people have several of these happening at once. That’s why we assess the whole chain, from your core and pelvic floor to your hips and spine, not just the scar line.
OUR APPROACH
INITIAL VISIT
Test your core activation, fascial mobility, nerve sensitivity, and scar tissue quality
Identify which combination of adhesions, nerve irritation, and muscle inhibition is driving your symptoms
Leave with a written treatment plan and transparent pricing before you commit to anything
First 4 to 8 Weeks
Focused shockwave targets deep adhesion bands, stimulating blood flow and tissue remodeling
Radial shockwave treats the wider surface scar and surrounding tissue stiffness
Manual scar mobilization releases remaining tight spots between shockwave sessions
Make bending, sitting up, and daily movement comfortable again.
8+ Weeks and Beyond
Progressive core and pelvic floor strengthening tailored to your post-surgical body
Postural retraining to correct the forward-pulled center of gravity common after abdominoplasty
Ongoing check-ins with optional maintenance sessions if any stiffness slowly returns
What To Expect
Every case is different, but research and our clinical experience consistently show:
Softer scar tissue and less pain within 2 to 4 sessions. Many patients begin noticing softer scar tissue and less pain within 2 to 4 sessions. Significant improvement typically develops around the midpoint of the course, roughly 5 to 6 sessions.
Full core stability within 3 to 4 months. Patients commonly regain full core stability and return to exercise or lifting within 3 to 4 months of starting therapy.
Improvements typically hold at 6 to 12 months. Published follow-ups and our own clinical tracking suggest that improvements typically hold at 6 to 12 months, with occasional “touch-up” sessions available if stiffness gradually returns.
Our promise: we will tell you honestly at the assessment if we don’t believe you’re a good candidate for this approach.
EVIDENCE
Focused shockwave therapy has been shown to stimulate tissue remodeling and reduce fibrotic scar markers in a prospective randomized trial of abdominoplasty patients.
A 2025 systematic review found that manual therapy holds promise for relieving adhesion-related pain and disability after abdominal surgery.
Adding focused shockwave to physiotherapy dramatically reduced pain and disability in a clinical trial of postpartum patients, confirmed by a 2024 prospective study.
A pilot study of cesarean scar mobilization found measurable improvements in scar elasticity and pain thresholds after just two sessions of targeted soft-tissue work.
A prospective study of 214 abdominoplasty patients showed significant improvements in low back pain and disability by 6 months post-surgery when core repair was performed.
Outcomes are group averages from clinical trials; individual results vary.
Here are answers to some of the most common questions about Abdominal Surgeries, Including Tummy Tucks.
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Research shows that focused shockwave stimulates blood flow, tissue remodeling, and a reduction in fibrotic scar markers. A prospective trial on abdominoplasty patients found it helped improve scar pliability. We combine focused and radial shockwave with manual scar release to cover both deep and surface adhesions. We assess your specific scar pattern in the initial visit.
Yes. Over 90% of open abdominal surgeries develop internal adhesions. These collagen bands can tether fascia and muscle layers, restrict gliding, entrap small nerves, and keep your core from activating properly. A systematic review confirms that untreated adhesions can cause persistent musculoskeletal and even gastrointestinal symptoms. We map this out in your first visit.
Most patients begin noticing changes within 2 to 4 shockwave sessions. Significant improvement typically comes around sessions 5 to 6. We usually plan 8 to 10 total shockwave visits over 2 to 3 months, followed by progressive physiotherapy. The exact count depends on how dense your adhesions are. We review this with you during your initial assessment.
Scar tissue naturally stiffens over time unless it is actively mobilized. If you stop therapy or exercises too early, excess collagen can rebuild unchecked. Even a sneeze, awkward lift, or period of inactivity can retrigger pain along scarred fascia. That’s why we include a progressive aftercare plan to help your gains stick long-term.
Our clinical experience shows the best responders start around 4 to 6 weeks post-surgery, before dense fibrosis sets in. If you’re already months or even years out, treatment is still effective. It just may take a few more sessions. We’ll assess your healing stage and tailor the timing during your first visit.
That hardness is usually the result of dense scar adhesions forming between the layers of tissue that were cut and re-draped during surgery. The fascia was also tightened (plicated), which increases internal pressure. Without targeted scar release, those bands continue to stiffen. We review this with you during your initial assessment.
YOUR NEXT STEP
Stop waiting for scar pain to “just go away” and get a plan that treats the system, not just the surface.
Initial Abdominal Surgeries, Including Tummy Tucks Assessment — Edmonton
60-minute one-on-one session. Here’s what’s included:
Full-body movement and strength assessment (core, pelvic floor, hips, spine)
Identify which pain drivers matter for your case (adhesions, nerve entrapment, fascial tension, core inhibition)
Review of surgical history and imaging if available
Clear written plan with transparent pricing before you commit
No referral needed. No obligation to continue beyond the first visit.
No pressure, no contracts.
We will tell you honestly at the assessment if we don't believe you're a good candidate for this approach. If your condition needs something different, we'll refer you directly.
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