June 22, 2011 at 12:30 am #36868
chiyo
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I got a tattoo that wraps around my ankle four days ago. Walking was really difficult at first, but is totally fine now. The scab is starting to form, though, and I was wondering if it would be a bad idea to ride a bike? Could that cause the scab to crack and create permanent damage?

June 22, 2011 at 3:31 am #105697
Adler
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@adler

Others may disagree but I would avoid it. It’s a lot of sweat and movement for a healing tattoo in my opinion but I’m usually pretty cautious.

June 22, 2011 at 8:29 am #105703
Wardy
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@wardy

i wouldn’t i know it’s rare but imagine if you smack your ankle on your chain or something.

Ouch..

June 22, 2011 at 10:22 pm #105729
Sherav
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@sherav

Hi

Avoid it for at least 10 days.

The tattoo is a wound you sweat it creates bacteria soaks into sock and becomes a bandage of grime on new tattoo.

The main concern is catching the scabs on the bike frame, chain, or taking a tumble – whilst usually any tears of scabs can be fixed with a touch up best to avoid until peeled as in a sensitive area.

Take Care
Matthew

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