Can I exercise after a hair transplant?

It's one of the questions I get asked the most: when can I go back to the gym? The short answer: the first 15 days, no exercise at all. From day 15, back to normal life.

Why wait 15 days

During the first two weeks the recipient area is healing. Exercise causes sweat, heat and strain, which increases the risk of infection. Waiting protects your grafts and your result.

From day 15

You can go back to your routine as normal. There are no restrictions on swimming. However, two precautions remain:

• Contact sports: avoid them for 1 month after the transplant.
• Sun: avoid direct sun for 3 months. If you will be in the sun for more than 10 or 15 minutes, always wear a cap.

When to call the clinic

Contact us if you notice increasing redness, pain, discharge or fever.

Frequently asked questions

Can I exercise a week after the transplant?
No. Wait 15 days.

Why so much caution?
To avoid an infection.

Can I swim?
Yes, from day 15 there are no restrictions.

How long should I protect myself from the sun?
3 months.

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