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*In multiple, peer-reviewed, randomized, controlled trials (RTCs), embrace®Active Scar Defense was shown to dramatically and significantly reduce the appearance of scars. These studies demonstrated that offloading mechanical forces with the stress-shielding device significantly reduced scar formation.4
1 FDA 510(k) #K112131
2 Lim AF, et al. The embrace device significantly decreases scarring following scar revision surgery in a randomized control trial. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2014;133:389-405.
3 Gurtner GC, et al. Improving cutaneous scar by controlling the mechanical environment: large animal and phase 1 studies. Ann Surg. 2011; 254-2:217-225.
4 Monstrey, Stan & Middelkoop, Esther & Vranckx, J. & Bassetto, Franco & Ziegler, Ulrich & Meaume, Sylvie & Téot, Luc. (2014). Updated Scar Management Practical Guidelines: Non-Invasive and Invasive Measures. Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery. 67. 10.1016/j.bjps.2014.04.011.
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