Helping you get free of scar symptoms
Clinics in London, Brighton & Hove and Oxfordshire
Scar Rehabilitation
Scar symptoms can feel overwhelming and restrictive. Whether your scar is big or small, old or new, visible or hidden, it can touch every aspect of your life.
Together we can find a way through
Referrals & Services
Refer patients for specialist, evidence-informed scar assessment and rehabilitation - clear triage, comprehensive reports and collaborative plans. Access tailored training and one to one mentorship, plus expert support for scar-focused services and research.
Scar Assessment & Treatment
Whether your scar is days old or decades old, tiny or large, simple or complex – from a burn injury or other trauma, surgery or something else - I provide specialist assessment and treatment to reduce symptoms, restore movement and help rebuild your confidence and quality of life.
Types of Scar Treated
Discover some of the common scars and symptoms I help with and see how specialist care can make a difference. Your scar and your story are unique, but my extensive experience with similar scars to yours will help me create an effective treatment plan with you.
Your scar is part of your story,
but it doesn’t have to define your future.
Dr RuthAnn Fanstone
Internationally recognised physiotherapist specialised in scar rehabilitation
I have 30 years of experience treating scars, leading services, and delivering training across the NHS, private practice, charities, humanitarian work, and academia worldwide.
My role is to guide you through expert, evidence-based, compassionate treatment tailored to your goals. Whether your scar is new or longstanding, small or complex, we’ll find the way forward together.
Here’s how we can help
Expert Scar Assessment
Not sure what type of scar you have, which treatments are best, or what results to expect?
Your first step is a comprehensive assessment. Together, we’ll understand your scar, explore treatment options, and discuss outcomes and time frames.
Scar Mobilisation
Does your scar feel tight, restrictive, or uncomfortable?
Through manual and mechanical techniques and exercise based therapy, I can help soften and lengthen scarring, improving both comfort and appearance.
Scar Rehabilitation
Is your scar affecting how the rest of your body moves or feels?
Rehabilitation restores strength, flexibility, balance, and movement that may have been lost due to trauma, surgery, scarring and other painful restrictions.
Scar Management
Does your scar impact how you feel about yourself?
Treatments such as pressure therapy, taping, and advice can reduce discomfort and improve the look and feel of your scar.
Scar Products
Confused about which creams, silicones, or products are worth using?
I provide clear, evidence-based guidance about what works, and help you avoid wasting time or money.
Service Development
Looking to start or improve a scar service?
I offer support in setting up, developing, and evaluating scar informed services to ensure they are effective, evidence-based, and patient-focused.
Research
Exploring scar-related research questions?
I can contribute expertise at any stage of your project, from design through to delivery, helping ensure your work is rigorous and meaningful.
Education
Want to deepen your knowledge of scars and their management?
I offer bespoke training, mentorship and education to help clinicians and teams implement scar-focused care in your speciality.
“Before finding Ruthann I didn’t realise that rehab didn’t have to be a painful experience. She always took a holistic approach to my scar rehabilitation, and her knowledge of scars is incomparable. I have always felt so safe and supported in her care. When my healing seemed to have plateaued, she was there to show me different treatments I could use and never gave up.”
-Evie Jones
Whether your scar is new or decades old, simple or complex, large or small, you don’t have to face it alone. Share your symptoms and goals, and I’ll help you find the next step toward improvement.
