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What is the recovery time? How long will it be before I can a) walk without pain or b) go back to work?

April 26, 2017pain recovery time walk

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What is the recovery time? How long will it be before I can a) walk without pain or b) go back to work?

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Usually, full weight bearing is allowed immediately after the operation. Mobilization after surgery is important to prevent complications (deep venous thrombosis/pulmonary embolism) and to resume independent self-care as soon as possible.