Massage treatment for donor area?

Question

I had a FUE procedure with 4,500 to 5,000 grafts transplanted just three days ago. My doctor recommended that I must massage the donor area with a strong massage when washing to improve the circulation and healing process. (The recipitant areas should not be massaged or even touched.) But my donor area is very tender and red, and the massage treatment is very pain full. Is it necessary to massage the donor area after FUE surgery?

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

It is best to contact your doctor about post operative care and instructions since each doctor has a different regimen.Massage is not needed after surgery.  You may want to discuss your issues with your doctor.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

I never recommend that the donor area is massaged because it does not need any help with blood supply as it is normally good.

Massage treatment for donor area?

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