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When can I easily turn head and neck after face and neck lift?

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I am 3 weeks Post Op. My Doctor said I could return to bike riding & exercise.  Because my neck still feels really tight & swollen, I am hesitant to ride as it requires major head turning.  Will leaning forward on my handle bars & possibly turning my head quickly from side to side damage my neck & lower facelift in any way?    I also dance with lot of twirling partner's arms overhead. Not sure how comfortable I am returning to biking, twirling and yoga.  I appreciate your thoughts on when I can return to

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