Hi Tonya! Healing does take time, be patient. Shop a little for a physical therapist that either has experience or is willing to research it enough to become aware of what they're dealing with. The surgeons should be able to write a prescription for treatment. He can do self massage & stretching that will feel good & keep tissues loosened up & keep the new scar tissue limber & pliable. Erik


dx 2/11/04 scca bot T3 IU 2B MO poorly differentiated, margins ok, 3/16 modest, jaw split, over half of tongue removed, free flap from left forearm - finished chemo & rad treatment 5/20/04