Hi msimon and canadabum, I'm so happy to read that you both are healed (albeit sceptically). I've got to say, I think it was a full two years for me between initial tearing and feeling fully healed. My healing was sceptical too, for a long time. I think I've felt fully healed (to the point where I don't worry any more) for around........6 months? I don't know exactly. Anyway, yes, the odd feelings and twinges can persist for many weeks, but they go away eventually.
And the awakening - yes! It is glorious to have my life back. It's fabulous to be exercising again. I know my body hasn't been through the ravages that yours has, msimon, but the fissure took its toll, and I lost a lot of fitness and stamina which I'm recovering gradually.
I'm not around here much any more, but sometimes I miss you guys and wonder how you are doing. So glad to get some good news!