Post-op day 2

Awoke a bit sore today, though I've been scaling back the Percosets. Once I reloaded the Cryo/Cuff and popped a tablet, I felt a lot better. Today, I'm planning three 2-hour sessions on the CPM (and three movies to go with) and to get the bandages off for the first time and have a look at the holes in my leg. Before bed last night, I was feeling pretty good and even boasted I'd be able to give up the Percosets altogether, but that was crazy talk. My goal on the CPM is 10 more degrees today, up to about 58. Sleeping a bit better, though I do wake up a lot with a completely dried out mouth and tongue.

Last night I dreamed I was playing tennis even though I knew I shouldn't and without a brace. It felt scary and I didn't move at all for fear I would do something bad. There was also a part in the Alps, and though there was snow, I wasn't skiing.

My family has been great, especially my wife Diane, who doesn't want to let me do even the most trivial things, like refreshing the Cryo/Cuff with ice water. I haven't tried putting any real weight on the leg yet, and I think that will have to wait maybe a couple more days.