@zacklucy YES! My husband was given an ICE machine to use for one month after surgery; it was $150 total for the month and the company came out to the house, delivered it and then picked it up at the end. It was easy to use, very portable and extremely comfortable for my husband. He used it for most of the first two weeks, and then mostly at night after that. I think it made a huge difference in his comfort. I would highly recommend that you use it. My husband's surgeon had this as part of her specific routine and he has had excellent results. Good luck!