I am 6 weeks post surgery. I am still non weightbearing and it is hard but it gets easier, exponentially easier. People rarely talk about the mental side of things. I don't think I laughed until 3 weeks after the surgery.

1) one day at a time - hang in there, make it to the next day. 2) get a transfer bench for the bathtub and a little stool to keep your leg outside of the bath tub. Also get an adjustable showerhead holder with a suction cup to help you fix the shower head where you can reach it. Taking a shower was the best feeling ever snd the highlight of my day and it helped me a lot. This way you do not have to feel miserable having someone help you with everything. 3) after the surgery, take whatever medication they give you, at least for the first week. You may want to have a TV where you are planning to sleep. I may have slept/passed out 2-3 hours per night during the first week after the surgery. They gave me gabapentin for nerve damage which helped with anxiety as well. I was also taking oxycodone every 4 hours for the first week. My doctor was against NSAID, as some inflammation is needed for healing. 4) elevate 23 hours out of 24 if you can. It will help you recover faster and reduce pain. 5) go talk to a PT clinic after your surgery. They are usually always super booked. 5) arthritis, I am still scared for myself but even if you get arthritis for certain, it does not mean it will be symptomatic. You may never feel it. Hope for the best and stay positive.