How long until I can work out after hair transplant surgery?

I had hair transplant one month ago. Can I go to the gym and workout (gym exercises) now? Please tell me.

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A: Exercise One Month After Transplant Is No Problem

D.J. Verret, MD

I do not know of a problem working out, getting your heart rate or blood pressure up, or doing most activities at this point. I would agree that avoiding dirty water (swimming pools included) for another month is a good idea. In my experience, patients can return to strenuous exercise in about 2 weeks without... more

A: Exercise after Hair Transplants

Richard W. Fleming, MD

You can exercise  one month after surgery as long as you do not wear tight head bands or caps,  which will not cause any permanent  damage, but may increase post-operative swelling. Avoid swimming for another month because you don't want to soak fresh wounds. Get back in the gym.  It would... more

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