Typically: first few days you will have some discomfort, swelling and pain (controlled with medication). Get lots of bed rest.

•5-7 days – stitches removed, surgical drains removed

•1 week – begin light exercise

•1-2 weeks – back to work for desk job

•2 – 6 weeks – most of the swelling will be gone

•3 -4 weeks – start moderate exercise

•3-6 weeks – begin feeling normal

•6 weeks or longer – back to work for strenuous job

•1-2 months – scars start fading

•Up to 1 year – scars mostly faded