Returning after LCL

So done the knee in May. After close to 10 physio sessions and Mri, I stepped back on the mats last night and safe to say I felt like it was my first time.

I was avoiding using my knees as much possible, so retaining closed guard was worse than dog shit. I did find open guard more beneficial and I actually enjoyed it (love closed guard)

Just wondering if anyone else has recently returned and what did they do for longevity?