Hi, Liza. May the Lord give you a safe and speedy recovery. What a difference your tt is going to make. Mine went great-was home by noon that day and eating Chinese food!!:) But seriously, not only did it help in my appearance, but most importantly, my lower back pains are gone! Take it easy for the first few weeks. In no time, you will be back to your normal self, admiring your new, flat, tight tummy. I wish you all that joy!! God Bless, Diana Mora