Get that cold water circulating machine brother, best of luck with the heal up.
+1000 on the ice machine. About $200. Highly recommended.
I'm no stranger to hospitals. All the "hard charging " Big Stick accuses me of, has taken it's toll. This injury didn't require surgery, but therapy and ice were a big help. After several joint surgeries and 2 rotator cuff surgeries, I have quite a few of the necessary aids for recovery hanging around the house...