Hey everyone. I am scheduled for surgery with DR. Schneider in NYC on the 25th of this month. Scaleneotomy and rib resection. I know everyone is different, but I was curious on some pain timelines. I understand it takes time to completely heal, but I was more concerned about that initial surgery pain. Like I can barely get out of bed and move around pain. I have three children at home and me and my wife both work full time. I will obviously be out of work, but its a lot of responsibility to fall on one person while I'm recovering. So how long before I'm up maybe making lunch or helping get the kids ready for school? And after this procedure does anyone feel limited strength wise after the pain subsides? Thanks for anyone feedback.