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Can I go snowskiing almost 7-8 weeks post operation? And can I put my ski goggles on? Could there be any problems?

maprado3Oct 19, 2015
I want to go snow skiing 7-8 weeks post surgery, is it possible to ski and put the ski goggles on? My procedure will include breaking the nose to put it in place.

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