Are 3 weeks after FUE hair transplantation enough to play Ice Hockey?

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Hello, our company will have an Ice hockey tournament, which is just for fun. No hits etc. just business partners playing together for fun. My question is if 3 weeks after FUE hair transplantation are enough? I've read a lot that 2 weeks are enough, but also 1 month. I am a bit confused. I don't understand why is it not allowed? My scabs are gone. Is sweat the problem, elevated heart rate, or a helmet? I would love to go, but if it can harm my hair, I will not. Thanks! Tom

Ken Anderson, MD, FISHRS · Answer

Dear Tom_Berlin,Thank you for posting this question.  I’m an ice hockey player myself, and it’s nice to see a question involving my favorite sport.  The short answer is yes, you can wear a hockey helmet and play as hard as you like 3 weeks after an FUE procedure.  Remember to wear at least an eye shield, and keep your stick on the ice, especially in front of the net.  Skate with your head up, and keep the shifts short.  If you’re playing defense, remember to pinch in only when you’re sure. If you’re playing forward, remember to cover for your D when they take the puck up the ice.  Have fun! I hope this information is helpful to you.

Ozge Ergun, MD · Answer

Dear Tom_BerlinThanks for the question. After 2 month your scalp is totally healed and yes you can play ice hockey and also do other sport activities. I wish you all the best.

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

Ask your doctor if you are concerned about playing ice hockey 3 weeks after surgery.  It should be "ok", but always keep your doctor in the loop.

Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD · Answer

In many ways, the answer is easy : check with your surgeon and follow his or her adviceAs a Canadian, I have many many patients who resume playing hockey post FUE. 3 weeks has never been a problem!

Michael Meshkin, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Usually you have to be completely healed before returning to contact sport. I advise my clients to wait around four weeks to play the contact sport but it is a good idea to check with your doctor first.

Omeed Memar, MD, PhD (license suspended) · Answer

I tell patients to baby their recipient area for one month post surgery.  Three weeks is right on the cusp. Play carefully and remember that any injury to your recipient area can compromise your results.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

I place no limitations on a patient 3 weeks after an FUe provided that all of the crusts are off of the frontal hairline where the recipient sites are. Play carefully, of course.

Are 3 weeks after FUE hair transplantation enough to play Ice Hockey?

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