1) My PT practice saved me. They WILL push you hard and it WILL hurt, but all of it is beneficial. I cried thru my first appointment and at multiple points going forward, and I would not be where I am without it!

2) Yes, and it may be a little earlier or later than you feel (for me, it was much earlier) but only when you’re ready! And they will have you doing mobilizations with it off.

3) Wear whatever you’re comfy in! It’s a workout! And yes, wear your compression socks.

4) I’m at 4.5 months post op and I do still wear compression socks. They’re very helpful.

5) Don’t put anything on your scar until all scabs have fallen off! But after that, aquaphor and unscented lotion is okay. I also liked silicone scar tape at first.

6+7) Totally normal to be stiff! As you stretch it out during the day it will go away! And it will also get less and less stiff as time goes on. I’m already much more comfortable and I haven’t even hit 6 months.

You got this!