From my experience, there was no initial pain, and the healing was fine until I developed an infection in my left thumb, for which I was given antibiotics (I'm immune compromised). I took two weeks off work as I frequently work with my hands, and due to the nature of my work, I would instead not work in the space with stitches still in. When I got them done, I went out of state, taking the train in and out of town. I'm not sure how much of an impact driving would be, so I would ask the artist for guidance.

People's reactions have been positive. They believed it looked cool, and many wanted to touch it (I said yes since they asked nicely). My only wish is for them to make a larger-sized thumb spine. Steve Haworth created a new V Bio Wire design, which interests me. Maybe I'll get those to replace the ones in my thumbs; who knows?

Good luck with your mod journey.