Thank for the info..One should never compare each other in these situations..support is the main issue. In My Opinion..I am happy to hear you are moving on..PT it seems is the hardest row to haul. Pain will subside..My son is young and fairly asymptomatic while he stays out of the swim team drilling. He is now enjoying lifeguarding tournaments and surfing and wake surfing until his surgery. Then he will rest and recover.I would like to see these boards take on a better attitude regarding healing and recovery..I know many folks who have gone thru this and it has all worked out..stay positive, get and keep good dr and PT and follow the drs orders..oldest rule in the book... Good Luck and be well...