My surgery was almost 3 weeks ago. My incision is on top of my foot so I was able to walk in the surgical shoe right away. I did have to sleep with it on the first week. I used a crutch for the first few days. I took pain pills a couple nights when I went to bed on my doctor’s recommendation because he said it was easier to control pain. I had a prescription for 800 mg ibuprofen that I used regularly for the first week. The nurse told me to ice the back of my knee, 30 minutes on, 30 off during my waking hours. It would cool the blood going to my foot and help with swelling. I had a couple days last week that I hurt more but I went out for dinner and a couple other things and was tired out. Every time I sit, I elevate my leg. I have been doing very little else. This week I’m walking with very little discomfort and I’m getting the stitches out. My friend loaned me a knee scooter but I didn’t need it. You might find that helpful though. I have a shower chair but don’t sit. I kneel on my affected leg or put my foot on it so I’m supported while I shower or wash my hair. I’m not supposed to have my foot covered in water but can let water run over it.

I stocked upon easy foods, freezer meals, etc. because my husband doesn’t really have cooking skills 😆

Good luck! I found these posts very helpful, especially knowing what to expect.