Good evening @flaredhead, I see you are a new member and I want to make sure you are welcomed appropriately. So congratulations on that new knee. You seem to feel like your pain is due to the intense PT. With just 10 weeks in recovery, you are doing well. Please remember that pain of any source and at any level can be exhausting. Why do I know so much about pain? Well, I have had at least 14 orthopedic surgeries and a few years ago developed SFN (small fiber neuropathy). It has been a long time since I have had a day without pain. This morning I played Mahjongg with my friends for a couple of hours. I was exhausted by the time I got home and actually just woke up a few minutes ago......feeling better and in less pain.

You have the answers.......patience and modest tolerance. On Tuesdays I have an hour of stretchy yoga........in the morning, followed by a resting, rebuilding nap. Oh.....and you didn't mention your age. I am 80 and have noticed that exhaustion arrives more rapidly at this age.

Keep up the good work and positive attitude. Very, very helpful.

May you have happiness and the causes of happiness.
Chris