HOW WE DETERMINE
Your Personalized Hair & Scalp Protocol
At Hair & Scalp Solutions, we take a science-backed, results-driven approach to diagnosing and treating hair thinning, hair loss, and scalp disorders. Our comprehensive consultation and diagnostic process evaluates internal health markers, cellular function, and genetic predisposition to create a customized treatment plan that addresses the root cause of hair and scalp concerns.
Whether you’re experiencing hair shedding, slow hair growth, scalp inflammation, or unexplained hair thinning, our step-by-step evaluation ensures an accurate diagnosis and personalized solutions for optimal scalp health and hair restoration.
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Step 1: Complete Your Hair & Scalp Consultation Form
Before your appointment, we require all clients to fill out our extensive hair and scalp consultation form to assess:
- Hair & Scalp History – Evaluating your hair loss concerns, scalp health, and past treatments.
- Lifestyle & Environmental Factors – Understanding how stress, nutrition, and lifestyle habits impact hair health.
- Medical Conditions & Medications – Identifying underlying medical causes of hair loss or scalp disorders.
Step 2: Blood Work Analysis for Hair & Scalp Health
Blood work plays a critical role in diagnosing hair loss causes, ensuring we treat the root problem rather than just symptoms. We require recent blood work (within 90 days) to analyze nutrient levels, hormonal balance, and inflammatory markers.
Comprehensive Blood Panel for Hair Loss & Scalp Disorders
- Ferritin & Iron – Essential for strong, healthy hair follicles; low levels lead to excessive shedding and slow growth.
- Vitamin B12 & Folates – Supports oxygen transport to the scalp for optimal follicle function.
- ANA (Antinuclear Antibody) & ESR (Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate) – Identify autoimmune conditions and inflammation linked to hair loss.
- Vitamin D, 25-Hydroxy – Plays a key role in follicle regeneration and scalp health.
- Thyroid Panel (TSH, T3 Uptake, T4) – Imbalances in thyroid function contribute to diffuse hair thinning.
- CBC (Complete Blood Count) – Detects anemia, immune disorders, and infection-related hair loss.
- A1C (Blood Sugar Levels) – Evaluates insulin resistance, which impacts hair follicle function.
- Copper & Zinc – Crucial for collagen formation, follicle strength, and hair pigmentation.
Why Recent Blood Work is Essential for Hair Growth & Scalp Health:
- Hair follows a three-month growth cycle, so outdated blood work does not reflect current hair health.
- Nutritional imbalances, inflammation, and hormonal shifts can all contribute to hair loss and scalp issues.
- Without accurate lab testing, we cannot create an effective treatment plan for hair restoration.
Affordable Blood Panels Available – We offer strategic partnerships to provide low-cost blood testing for clients without recent labs.
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Step 3: Hair Strand Analysis for Cellular & Nutrient Deficiency Testing
We partner with For Healthy Cells to provide advanced hair strand analysis, which detects long-term nutrient deficiencies, toxic buildup, and cellular function impairments that may impact hair growth and scalp health.
Key Insights from Hair Strand Analysis:
- Nutrient Deficiencies – Identifies amino acids, minerals, and vitamin imbalances affecting hair growth.
- Heavy Metal Toxicity – Detects exposure to toxins like mercury and lead that disrupt follicle health.
- Cellular Turnover & Regeneration – Assesses how quickly the body replaces damaged scalp and hair cells.
Immune Function & - Inflammatory Markers – Determines if autoimmune issues are contributing to hair loss.
Why Hair Strand Analysis is Crucial for Hair Loss Treatment:
- Unlike blood work, which gives a snapshot in time, hair analysis reveals long-term trends in nutrient absorption.
Detects hidden deficiencies that may not be reflected in standard blood tests. - Provides a clear roadmap for targeted nutrition, supplementation, and detoxification to optimize scalp and follicle health.
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Step 4: Meet with Our Medical Director for Expert Hair Loss Analysis
After your blood work and hair strand analysis results are available, you will meet with Patricia Ellen Sheppard, APRN, our Medical Director, for a personalized review and treatment strategy session.
Why This Medical Evaluation is Essential:
- In-Depth Lab Interpretation – Patricia Ellen Sheppard, APRN, provides expert guidance on your test results and how they relate to hair loss, scalp imbalances, and follicular health.
- Personalized Supplement & Nutrition Guidance – Identifies dietary and supplement needs to correct deficiencies affecting hair growth.
- Advanced Hair Loss Treatment Planning – Determines whether additional medical interventions (such as hormone balancing, anti-inflammatory therapies, or lifestyle changes) may benefit your hair restoration journey.
This step ensures we develop a treatment plan that addresses both your scalp condition and internal health factors affecting hair growth.
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Step 5: Customized Hair & Scalp Treatment Protocol
After reviewing your consultation form, blood work, hair strand analysis, and medical evaluation, we create a customized scalp and hair restoration plan, which may include:
- Scalp Detox & pH Balancing Treatments – Removes buildup, toxins, and environmental impurities affecting scalp health.
- Advanced Scalp Therapies – Options such as microneedling, carbonic acid baths, and oxygen infusion to stimulate hair regrowth.
- Laser Therapy & Scalp Circulation Boosters – Includes FDA-approved low-level laser therapy (LLLT) to strengthen follicles and improve density.
- Nutritional & Supplement Recommendations – Based on your blood work and hair strand analysis.
- Customized Home Care Plan – A personalized regimen of professional-grade scalp treatments and hair loss solutions.
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Take the First Step Toward Hair Regrowth & Scalp Health
- Complete Your Consultation Form to start your hair loss and scalp health journey.
- Schedule a Consultation Appointment for an in-depth scalp health analysis, blood work review, and treatment plan discussion.
- Obtain a 90-Day Blood Panel & Hair Strand Analysis for a comprehensive, science-based approach to hair restoration.
- Meet with Our Medical Director, Patricia Ellen Sheppard, APRN, for expert guidance on your results and next steps.
Book Your Consultation Now and take control of your hair health with a fully personalized treatment plan!
Why Clients Choose Hair & Scalp Solutions for Hair Restoration:
- Comprehensive, science-backed hair loss evaluations.
- Personalized treatment plans based on medical and scalp health data
- Strategic partnerships for affordable blood panels and hair strand testing.
- Expert guidance from medical professionals specializing in hair loss and scalp health.
Let’s create a custom plan to restore your hair, optimize your scalp health, and boost your confidence—one strand at a time!
