Researchers warn that repeatedly injuring the same delicate skin areas—such as through friction, pressure, or minor trauma—can lead to long-term damage by replacing natural, flexible tissue with stiff scar tissue. The process, known as traumatic dermal scarring or fibrosis, progressively reduces skin elasticity and function over time. Studies suggest this cumulative effect may worsen with repeated exposure, particularly in confined or high-stress zones. Understanding the underlying mechanisms could help in developing preventive strategies for conditions linked to chronic skin trauma.
“And repeatedly traumatizing the same confined area of thin skin increases the cumulative risk of traumatic dermal scarring (fibrosis), replacing flexible dermal tissue with stiff scar collagen that ...
