Can Follicular Unit Extraction Hair Transplant Repair Scar on Scalp?

April 17th, 2009

Q: I wanted you to determine if I would be a candidate for FUE (to camouflage a scar). After reading through your vastly informative website, I had become aware that the Fox test is necessary to determine patient viability for FUE. When I mentioned the test, I believe I heard you say it was unnecessary. [...]




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Posted by Robert M. Bernstein M.D. at 8:09 am

What Scalp Exercises are Most Beneficial for Scalp Laxity?

March 3rd, 2009

Q: I have been told a number of different ways to massage my scalp. What do you suggest?

A: We have found that the most successful technique is to perform the exercises: once a day, for at least 15 minutes, and using three different hand positions.




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Posted by Robert M. Bernstein M.D. at 4:05 am

After Hair Transplant, When Can I Resume Physical Training Or Exercise Regimen?

February 18th, 2009

Q: When can patients resume physical training?

A: Moderate exercise may be resumed two days after the hair transplant.

The main limitation is to avoid putting direct pressure on the donor area and to avoid stretching the back of the scalp (neck flexion) as this will increase the chance of stretching the donor scar after a strip procedure.

There is no such limitation with follicular unit extraction (FUE). However, in general, contact sports should be avoided for at least 10 days with FUE and a month after a strip procedure.




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Posted by Robert M. Bernstein M.D. at 8:45 am

What Causes Hair Loss in Women and How do You Treat General Thinning?

February 3rd, 2009

Q: I’ve been losing my hair just around the front of my scalp for years, but now it’s bad enough that I need to wear a wig to hide the top and back. Do you transplant women?

A: If you have thinning in such a broad area, most likely your donor area is also thin and you would not be a good candidate for surgery.

An examination can determine this and also determine if there is some other cause of your hair loss other than genetics.




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Posted by Robert M. Bernstein M.D. at 4:32 am

Is Hair Transplant Using Body Hair an Option?

January 15th, 2009

Q: I have heard of body hair transplants as an option being considered by some patients. Do you think that could be an option for me as my donor area isn’t able to provide the hair that I need? A: With body hair transplants, the hair quality is poor and there can be a significant [...]




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