I’m about 12 hours after surgery and I’m not feeling too bad. I think the nerve block in my leg along with the pain meds are doing a good job at this point. So far 1 pill every 4 hours seems to be just about right. Leg is propped up (toes above nose!) and being iced using the polar cube. My butt keeps falling asleep and I want to move around.
First day progress…
Pain – TBD. Using meds before the pain levels dictate that I do
Time on Feet – 5 minutes every 4 hours. Just standing with light toe touch on weak side.
Exercise – “Gas Pedal” flexing 8-10 reps every 30 minutes. Leg lifting every 30 minutes.