The short answer: It's too early to tell.
The long answer: It's toooooooo earrrrrrly to tellllllll.
Observations on 12/12/12:
-Wound is tender and swollen but seems to be healing fine, staples removed.
-Right foot and calf still have numbness and tingling.
-Most of the pain centers in the hamstring/glut. Consistent dull, crushing pain accompanied by occasional jolts of intense pain. Still about 80% to 90% as painful as before the surgery.
-Getting 3 hours of sleep on average each night due to the pain.
-Went on my first post-op walk today (0.6 miles.) You have to start somewhere.
I'll update again in a couple of weeks. Thanks for all your cards and support!