Could be a number of factors. Most likely, the crummy sleeps. Very sensitive skin, aching knee, can’t get comfortable with the brace.

It could also be because of a long work day and too much screentime/not enough fresh air. Or, maybe things are catching up with me and the novelty of sitting in bed all day, every day, is wearing off.

My surgeon’s office booked me to come in to talk with the doctor again tomorrow. I can’t help but feel a bit icky and a pang of guilt even calling my surgeon’s office for help, questioning my own fortitude and whether this is some insane self-manipulation to get more medication.

I’ve been off meds completely during the day for two days now, and before that, it was a few days of just Advil and Tylenol. So that hopefully dispels the latter concern.

I tried a tensor bandage over the knee and under the brace last night, to see if that would help with the sensitivity. It was a bit better, but the general ache and discomfort were still abundant.

I just want a good night’s sleep. Three more weeks until rehab.