MPS Microcurrent Scar Release Therapy: Needle-Free Acupuncture for C-Section and Surgical Scar Pain
Scars are a natural part of life—formed through surgeries, injuries, childbirth, or other medical procedures. While surface scars may fade, deeper scar tissue can continue to affect the body long after visible healing is complete. Scar tissue is denser and less flexible than surrounding tissue, which can restrict muscles and fascia, interfere with nerve signaling, and contribute to chronic pain, tightness, or reduced mobility.
MPS therapy, also known as microcurrent scar release therapy, offers a gentle, needle-free approach to improving scar mobility, reducing pain, and supporting tissue healing—even for scars that are decades old. This therapy is increasingly sought for C-section scar release, post-surgical scars, and injury-related adhesions.
In my clinical practice at Antidote, scar tissue concerns often arise alongside changes in mobility, stress, hormonal shifts, or recovery from injury. Taking a whole-person, preventive approach allows me to address scar-related discomfort in a way that aligns with each patient’s physiology, lifestyle, and stage of life.
Whether your goal is to restore function, reduce tension, or support long-term healing, MPS microcurrent therapy can be an effective addition to your scar care plan.
What Is MPS (Microcurrent Point Stimulation) Therapy?
MPS therapy is a needle-free acupuncture technique that uses gentle, low-level electrical impulses to stimulate acupuncture points and scar tissue. This microcurrent approach enhances circulation, relaxes tissue restrictions, and supports the body’s natural healing process.
Benefits of MPS Scar Release Therapy
Softens and relaxes scar tissue
Reduces pain and tension in connective tissue
Improves mobility and fascia function
Supports faster, more complete healing
Ideal for patients who prefer needle-free acupuncture
MPS therapy is particularly effective for:
C-section scars
Post-surgical scars (knee, hip, shoulder, breast, hysterectomy, appendectomy)
Injury-related scars
Chronic pain associated with scar tissue adhesions
How Microcurrent Scar Release Therapy Works
During treatment, a low-level microcurrent is applied to both sides of the scar. This gentle stimulation helps reduce adhesions in connective tissue, restore flexibility, and improve circulation.
Over time, microcurrent therapy encourages scars to reintegrate with surrounding muscles and fascia, improving comfort and long-term function.
The Dolphin Neurostim: Needle-Free Acupuncture Technology
MPS therapy is delivered using the Dolphin Neurostim, a Health Canada– and FDA-approved device. It allows safe, effective stimulation of acupuncture points without needles, making it ideal for needle-averse patients seeking scar release therapy.
Frequently Asked Questions About MPS Scar Release Therapy
When can I start MPS therapy after a C-section?
You may begin scar release therapy once your healthcare provider confirms the incision has fully healed, usually around six weeks postpartum.
Can MPS therapy help old scars?
Yes. Microcurrent scar release therapy is effective for scars that are 20 years old or more.
Is MPS therapy safe during pregnancy?
No. This therapy is not recommended during pregnancy.
Can I receive MPS therapy if I have a pacemaker or implanted medical device?
No. The therapy is not used for individuals with pacemakers or implanted devices.
Should I treat my scar if I’m planning another cesarean delivery?
Yes. Preemptive scar release therapy may reduce tension, improve tissue flexibility, and support smoother healing in subsequent pregnancies.
Does MPS scar release therapy hurt?
Mild discomfort may occur, but treatment should not be painful.
How many treatments are typically needed?
Most patients require three to four treatments, depending on scar thickness and density.
What types of scars can MPS therapy treat?
C-section and hysterectomy scars
Breast surgery or reduction scars
Appendectomy scars
Knee, hip, and shoulder surgery scars
Injury-related and post-operative scars
Scar Healing Is About Function—Not Just Appearance
Scar release therapy isn’t only about how a scar looks—it’s about restoring movement, reducing pain, and supporting the body’s natural healing capacity. Whether your scar is recent or decades old, microcurrent acupuncture therapy can offer meaningful support.
Is MPS Scar Release Therapy Right for You?
If you’re curious whether MPS scar release therapy is right for you, our Antidote Team can guide you through a personalized treatment plan, combining scar release with whole-person support for optimal healing.
References:
Armstrong K, Gokal R, Durant J, Todorsky W, Miller L (2017) The Successful Treatment of Chronic Pain Using Microcurrent Point Stimulation Applied to Scars. Int J Complement Alt Med 10(3): 00333. DOI: 10.15406/ijcam.2017.10.00333
K Armstrong, Antoine C, W Todorsky, Joe D, M Dwyer. Pain Relieving Benefits of Massage Therapy Compared to Massage Therapy Combined with Microcurrent Point Stimulation. J Yoga & Physio. 2018; 4(5): 555649. DOI: 10.19080/JYP.2018.04.555650.
