Table 1.

Techniques for use in acute phase of scar maturation to diminish reconstructive needs

• Use of darts in escharotomies when crossing joints	• Place seams following skin tension lines
• Use sheet grafts when possible	• Place grafts transversely over joints
• Use aesthetic units to face and hands with medium thickness split skin grafts	• Early pressure therapy
• Use of splints, face masks, and silicone inserts as soon as possible	• Early ambulation and exercise