Hi Diane,

I'm 1 week post op and I'm doing fantastic. My arm pain and finger numbness is all but gone. Of course, I'm still in pain but nothing like I read on some posts! Can be challenging at times to swallow liquid, however that get's better every day. I think some forget or don't understand that this surgery is not insignificant. After they make the incision in your throat they have to move EVERYTHING including your esophagus to one side to clear a path for the surgery. They were able to get me out of bed the evening after the surgery. I was discharged after 1 night. As long as you are able to walk and empty your bladder; you're good to go. Can't sleep there so you may as well go home.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to drop me a line.

Dave
Calgary, Alberta
Canada