The timelines will shift depending on the combination of surgeries you select, but for most patients the pain, bruising and discomfort last a few weeks. Typically, you can return to work within a couple of weeks, so long as it does not require you to lift heavy objects — yes, that includes your own children!
Because your ability to react quickly will be impaired, driving is off-limits for several days. Accordingly, you will need a loved one to drive you home after you are released from the doctor’s care.
As for exercise, that should be put on pause for a month or two. At that point, you can slowly reintroduce physical activity in moderation.
Since Dr. Galiano will be checking on you throughout your recovery, he can evaluate your progress to see if it is appropriate to adjust the timelines on any of these restrictions.