Standing at 206cm and weighing 190 kg, Hafthor presented some difficulties for the Vinci medical team. The Harley Street clinic's standard surgery chair was not strong enough to hold him, so they brought in a chair that allowed him to sit safely and comfortably during the eight-hour procedure. A second issue was that his large frame made it hard to place the grafts. This was resolved by bringing in steps to allow the medical team to reach his hairline. It was also important to adapt to Hafthor's dietary requirements; he eats 250g of meat and 300g of potatoes every two hours to maintain his strength.

Mr Bjornsson says that it was a pleasure for the Vinci team to work on the world's strongest man. “Vinci staff are used to taking care of our client's unique needs. We ensure that clients feel safe and comfortable at every step of the process. We understand that getting a hair transplant is a big moment in their life, something they have been waiting to get done for years or even decades. We treat everyone like a VIP, whether they are famous or not.”

After the surgery, Hafthor said “I am really happy with the results. My new hairline is fantastic. The team at Vinci Hair Clinic have been amazing throughout. They took good care of me during the procedure, and it was a lot easier than I ever imagined.” With a laugh, he concluded, “Maybe I’ll become a model once I get my hair back!”