Hello! I am Susan Hagan
I work as a practitioner and practise and teach the MSTR® technique.
Scar release work is not a new idea but we are starting to realise the importance of treating scars.Effective treatment of scar tissue is, for a big percentage of the population, left untreated and is probably the most neglected of bodywork skills for the manual therapist.In other words, no matter what physical therapy intervention is used untreated scars may thwart our best efforts to remedy related pain and restrictions in mobility.
Are you a BodyWorker? Do you want to learn how to use the MSTR scar technique? Watch the video below to find out how....
The MSTR® scar release technique explained....
The body forms scar tissue as a natural response to trauma when the skin is lacerated or punctured either by accident or purposefully ie. surgery. During the repair process, the body produces collagen, this creates a thick, fibrous mass which can impede proper circulation of blood, congests lymph flow, and can even impact on range of motion. Untreated scar tissue may inhibit other treatment applications from successful and longer lasting outcomes.
The MSTR® (McLoughlin Scar Tissue Release) technique is a natural, pain-free hands-on therapy designed to release and soften fibrous scar tissue and adhesions in the body. Developed by British bodywork instructor Alastair McLoughlin, it aims to restore normal tissue mobility, relieve discomfort, and improve circulation.Psychological and emotional states may also improve as scar tissue is addressed and the patient experiences better integration and normalisation of the tissues.Good successes with MSTR® are reported with hypertrophic scars, keloid scars, acne scars, atrophic scars.There are additional applications for MSTR® – it’s not just for visible scars.
We are finding that it can be used by healthcare professionals for a whole host of additional problems where underlying fibrous tissue is present. Improvements have been noted in presentations such as:
Plantar fasciitis
Restrictions in shoulder movement
Sports injuries such as quadriceps and hamstring tears
Axillary Web Syndrome (AWS)
Dupuytren's Contracture
Peyronie's Disease
Underlying fibrous tissue from past injuries where the skin wasn't punctured
Any areas of dense, fibrous tissue
Testimonial from a MSTR® scar release worker
How it impacts on the client...
I witnessed meaningful changes in both her breast and abdominal scars, visually softer, calmer and more integrated, but most importantly, functionally freer.My client described complete ease when lifting her arm and no restriction in her stomach during exercise, which reaffirmed the value of MSTR® in restoring comfort and confidence.
As a practitioner, it is inspiring to see how gentle, hands-on therapy can support both physical softening and emotional reconnection. This final case study has strengthened my belief in the effectiveness of MSTR® and left me feeling privileged to offer this work to clients.
In the future...
A Live 1 day Scar Release MSTR® course where you will learn the following:
You will learn the MSTR® technique as well as understanding:
The effects of scars on human physiology
Scar types / classification
How scars affect us psychologically and emotionally
How scars affect the fascia
What IS MSTR®?
MSTR® - not just for scars!
How to integrate MSTR® into your practiceThe course will be held in Central Portugal when there's enough interest, if you are interested please send me a line via the form below.
Pictures speak louder than words...
Treatments I offer
I am a qualified Bowenwork® and MSTR® practitioner. Send me a message if you need a treatment.
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I am a Bowen Therapist , an Ayurvedic Practitioner and a Clinical Aromatherapist and for the last few years I have added the remarkable Mc Loughlin Scar tissue release technique to my therapies.I have been teaching therapies Internationally for 40 years. I use MSTR® all the time in my clinic and I am constantly amazed at the transformation it can create in the health and lives of my clients. I am excited to share this therapy with you and look forward to many more years of sharing MSTR® to as many students as I can. I have recently relocated and now live and work in Central Portugal..Phone +351 913419044
Email [email protected]Love Susan
My qualifications:
BIO Complementary Medical Therapist
Cert Ed Qualified Teacher: St Katherines College, Liverpool 1968
Ayurvedic Practitioner: DIP.Mana Vajracharya. Nepal 1978
Anatomy and Physiology Tutor: ITEC 1986
Clinical Aromatherapist, Examiner and Tutor: MIFPA 1987
Bowen Therapist and Tutor MBTPA 2000
Director: International Bowen Therapy Foundation 2008
College of Applied Myoskeletal Therapy Practitioner: John Garfield 2015
Importance of Symmetry Practitioner: Graham Pennington 2015
McLoughlin Scar Tissue Release (MSTR) Qualified Practitioner and International Tutor: 2018
Contact Susan Hagan via email at: [email protected]