I would add, to make yourself "less stressed" with the return to diving, during the first few dives, make sure you dive with a capable, reliable and patient buddy.
Welcome to ScubaBoard, the world's largest scuba diving community. Registration is not required to read the forums, but we encourage you to join. Joining has its benefits and enables you to participate in the discussions.
Benefits of registering include
As a caveat, I had my achilles tendon removed and replaced since a bone spur had penetrated it. The doctor had prescribed physical terrorism but I avoided it and dove instead. It was the first time he had witnessed no atrophy. When I popped the other side a year later, he prescribed diving after surgery. I knew my limits and stuck to boats on flat or near flat seas. You are the best advocate for your well being.