Most post-surgery complications don’t happen in the hospital — they happen at home. Not because people aren’t trying, but because recovery is more complex than it appears. Knowing the most common post-operative setbacks can help patients and caregivers prevent unnecessary stress and delays in healing. Setback #1: Doing Too Much, Too Soon One of the most common recovery mistakes is pushing activity too quickly. Feeling “better” doesn’t always mean the body is ready for normal