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How long do I need to wait to go white water rafting after Septoplasty and turbinate reduction surgery?

jordanholcombJul 2, 2014
I am about to have septoplasty and turbinate reduction surgery on July 7... how long should I wait before I can participate in vigorous activities again? I want to go white water rafting around the first week of September but don't know if that is too soon. Should this be alright or do I need to wait?

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