I did not have any pain after my septal myectomy. My surgeon was Dr Schaff. During the pre-op interview he noted that ALL patients asked the very same question about pain and to let his team know if I experienced any. @jr72 I attribute it mostly to faithful attendance at my gym where I religiously worked on strength and flexibility for years. I was told by OT and PT that I had strong core and other muscles. Please share if your husband was physically fit.