How to Sleep Safely After Your Hair Transplant

In the crucial days following your hair transplant, protecting the transplanted area while you sleep is vital to support healing and prevent damage to the new hair follicles.

It’s important to position yourself so you avoid putting pressure on the transplant site, which can be uncomfortable and potentially harmful. Below, we’ve outlined key tips to help you rest safely and comfortably during your recovery.

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What to Keep in Mind

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Protect Your Newly Transplanted Hair: Avoid Contact While Sleeping

To safeguard your new hair follicles after a hair transplant, it’s crucial to prevent any contact with the transplanted area during sleep.

We recommend stacking pillows to slightly elevate your head for the first two nights, which also helps reduce swelling. Using a neck pillow can add extra comfort while keeping your scalp safe.

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Tips for Those Who Move During Sleep After Hair Transplant Surgery

If you tend to toss and turn at night, our doctor recommends placing rolled-up towels or pillows on each side of your body to act as gentle armrests.

This simple setup can help keep you in place, protecting your newly transplanted hair from accidental pressure or rubbing while you rest.

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