How scalp massage helps in hair growth?

HOW SCALP MASSAGE HELPS IN

 HAIR GROWTH 

BY: Dr.Rekga reference with ncbi

Standardised scalp massage resulted in increased hair thickness

scalp massage works by increasing blood flow to your follicles 

A study by ncbi with Japanese males with the effect of scalp massage results on stretching forces on human dermal papilla cells . Evaluated with effect of mechanical forces using 72 hours stretching cycle, DNA analysis were also noted . Genes include IL6(hair loss related gene), NOGGIN, BMP4, SMAD4 (hair cycle related genes)  were noted to be changed after the analysis. 

In common, stretching forces results in gene expression in dermal cell which results in hair thickness,
organs , tissues and cells are constantly exposed to mechanical forces and subsequently react to them 
examples: 

• blood vessels react to blood flow

• bone react to pressure of weight

• cartilage react to hydrostatic pressure

In the same way our scalp and hair roots react to the hair mechanical stretching massages .  which in results changes in hair numbers, thickness and growth rate. 

The study by ncbi gave the results of 24 weeks reports , where the hair count , hair thickness, and hair growth throughout the period showed significant change in thickness and decreased in hair fall count . 

How to use scalp massager?

we have to use in z direction and  horizontal skin surface movement .  Using your hands or the scalp massager . Self-massage by hands has been shown to stimulate hair growth in those with pattern baldness , while an electric scalp massager device used to increase hair thickness.

electric scalp massager are advised to use 4 minutes per day while hand massaging needs 20 minutes a day. 

How long does it takes to get the results ?

on average you need 143 days which is 5 months  of consistent scalp massage daily for 5 minutes to see the results . 

 

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