Days since injury counter

Enter the day it happened and see how far into your recovery you actually are. A simple, shareable counter with the milestones that tend to matter. Free, no signup.

This is a simple time counter and general information, not an assessment of your injury. Everyone heals differently. If you're worried, in a lot of pain, or not improving, see a physiotherapist, GP or urgent care. Recovery timelines are estimates, not promises.
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Why count the days since your injury

Recovery rarely feels like progress from one day to the next, which makes it easy to lose heart or, just as risky, to rush back too soon. A running count of the days, weeks and months since your injury gives you an honest anchor. It shows how far along you really are, it makes milestones concrete, and it gives your physio or GP a clear timeline to work from.

Typical recovery milestones

Every injury is different, but these are the checkpoints that tend to matter. They are general ranges based on mainstream patient sources, not an assessment of any individual injury.

First few days
The early, most painful phase for many soft-tissue injuries. Gentle pain-free movement usually beats total rest.
One week
A good point to check the trend. Many mild strains and sprains start easing here.
Two weeks
Mild injuries are often noticeably better. If yours is not, it is worth getting it looked at.
Six weeks
A common checkpoint for moderate injuries and many post-op timelines.
Three months
Tendon and stubborn injuries often need this long. Slow progress here can still be normal progress.
Six months
A typical window for serious injuries and reconstructions to reach late-stage return-to-sport work.

Find out how long yours should take

A day count tells you where you are. To see where you're headed, try the free recovery time estimator for a typical phased timeline by injury and severity, or browse the full injury guide library for detailed timelines, red flags and what to track week to week.

Frequently asked questions

How do I count the days since my injury?

Enter the date the injury happened and this tool shows how many days, weeks and months have passed, updated to today. It is a simple counter to help you track your recovery timeline at a glance.

Why track the number of days since an injury?

Recovery is slow and easy to misjudge day to day. A running day count gives you an honest anchor: it shows how far along you actually are, helps you avoid returning too early, and makes it easier to describe your timeline to a physio or GP.

What are the typical recovery milestones?

They vary by injury, but common checkpoints are the first week (many mild strains start easing), six weeks (moderate injuries and many post-op timelines), three months (tendon and stubborn injuries), and six months (serious injuries and reconstructions). These are general ranges, not a personal assessment.

How long will my specific injury take to recover?

That depends on the injury and how severe it is. Try the free recovery time estimator for a typical phased timeline by injury and severity, and browse the injury guides for detailed timelines, red flags and what to track. Recovery timelines are estimates, not promises.