2 weeks postop of a septorhinoplasty, when would it be safe to go surfing again?

November 4, 2014
Asked By:Stokesgeo in Vancouver, BC

I just had a dorsal hump removed, septum corrected, and spreader grafts inserted to help repair a broken nose. I frequently surf overhead and powerful waves. I can wipe out and 'face plant' into the face of the wave, and get a lot of water thru my sinus. I'm wondering if 6 months is enough time to ensure I don't accidentally rebreak the nose or blow the grafts on a wipe-out (if thats even possible)? Also, is it possible that it could weaken the cartilage somehow and heighten my risk of collapse?

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July 21, 2015

Answer: 2 weeks post op Septorhinoplasty

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