The Science
Six stages, from before the operation to the years after
Week ranges describe what published protocols studied — they are not deadlines, and meeting a gate late is normal. Stages that aren’t written yet aren’t linked; nothing here is a placeholder.
IBeforePre-opAm I doing this, and how do I arrive in the best possible condition?
IIProtectionWeeks 0–6 in studied protocolsHow do I protect this without wasting away?
IIILoadingWeeks 6–12 in studied protocolsHow do I return to full load and full motion?
IVStrengthMonths 3–6 in studied protocolsHow do I rebuild a leg?
VImpactMonths 6–12 in studied protocolsHow do I reintroduce impact without gambling?
VILong horizonYear 1 onwardHow do I not lose this in year three?
Before the stages — what the operation was
Two explainers behind the timeline. The first matters most if you were told you were having “ICC”: it is why every week range on this site is an adaptation rather than a protocol written for your operation.