Aftercare

Aftercare instructions

• Avoid touching. Refrain from touching the treated area for at least 4 hours, to minimise the risk of infection.
• Washing and showering. Wait at least 12 hours before washing or showering your scalp.
• Activities to avoid. For the next 24 hours, avoid activities that make you sweat, such as swimming, strenuous exercise, sauna and spa.
• Pressure and rubbing. Do not apply pressure to, or excessively rub, the treated area.
• Ice. While ice can help reduce swelling, do not apply it directly to the injected area unless necessary.
• Medication. Avoid aspirin, ibuprofen (such as Nurofen), Voltaren and other anti inflammatory medicines for 3 days after your procedure, ideally 7 days if possible. Use paracetamol for any discomfort.

Downtime

• Expected reactions. Mild swelling, itching and tingling are normal and usually settle within 24 to 48 hours.
• In the days after. Bruising, redness and soreness may occur for 2 to 5 days. Use paracetamol for any discomfort.
• If you are having PRP or PRF. You may also bruise at the blood draw site.

These are normal responses to treatment. You can resume most of your day to day activities immediately afterwards.

When to contact us

Contact us straight away if you experience any of the following:

• Fever.
• Severe pain that does not respond to pain relief bought over the counter.
• Increased warmth around the treated area.
• Any drainage or discharge from the area.