r/CaucasianDreadlocks

I have long wavy hair and I'm considering starting a full set of locks using twist and rip and backcombing. I'm okay with them looking less neat until they mature as opposed to using a crochet hook. My main question is, could I possibly do maintenance myself using root rubbing and palm rolling etc and never see a loctician, or will I eventually need to see a professional to help with my locks?

How is everyone doing their own maintenance? I used to manage with a 3 way mirror and do it myself every 6 months. I just dont feel like I can ever see properly, my arms ache, my back aches and im sat here cursing myself and swearing ill chop them off!