Scalp Massage After Hair Transplant

Dear Doctors;

I have two questions.

1. Can you scratch your scalp with the tips of your fingers a month after your surgery? Very gently, not using the nails.
2. How long should I wait to massage my scalp? I had my second surgery three months ago.

thank you so much.

You should always find this out from your doctor, but I will try to help you…

1. Yes, you can scratch your scalp a month after surgery with your fingertips, but it is something that I would rather see you not do. Generally, hair follicles are set into the recipient area after between 3-10 days and you would have to work hard to dig them out. The hair grafted skin should always be handled carefully for a few months after the recipient areas have been placed, because the skin is more prone to damage and infection.
2. What kind of massage do you mean? Generally, you can massage your scalp a month out from surgery. After about 3 months or so, it may be a good idea to do exercises to loosen up the scalp. Ask you doctor how to do them.