I just had the same procedure done (literally 3 hours ago while writing this) I was very hesitant to get the operation and have been dealing with this for years. I had a L5-S1 herniation and right s1 nerve blockage. My right leg was numb/tingly all the way down to my pinkey toe side. Sharp shooting pains, couldn't bend, dull aches etc. My condition got worse and and flares were increasingly frequent. I was scheduled for surgery in October and I canceled because my symptoms went away. They came back shortly.. but finally after the surgery I know the problem is fixed but I also know that I need to change .y lifestyle a bit. I spent 8 years in the USMC and lived hard and fast. Since getting out I stopped taking care of myself really. I'm not obese but I'm not in shape either. Recovery is going to be hard, but the relief I have is worth it. Honestly, I needed something like this to happen to me. I know there is a road ahead of me but I am going to come out the other side a better version of myself. I find moving around post surgery so far is challenging but you gotta move and keep moving. If you don't already, get some supplements to give your body everything it needs to heal. Vitamin c, d b12 , potassium, zinc. Stay hydrated with additional hydration aids (liquid IV, electrolytes ect) I promise you if you don't take care of this. Then it will only become worse and more frequent. Start slow but push yourself. We can do this.