A burn scar contracture refers to the tightening of the skin after a
second or third degree burn injury. When skin is burned, the surrounding skin
begins to pull together, resulting in a contracture. It needs to be
treated as soon as possible because the scar can result in restriction
of movement around the injured area. Burn scar contractures do not go away on their own, although may improve
with the passage of time and physiotherapy and splinting. If persistent
the person may need the contracture to be released.
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