I had my done in 2005 - same approach. Just take it easy and don't expect miracles. You mentioned Tordal in your other post - it is given IV and is really an amped up aspirin. I get it before an IVIG treatment as a pre-treatment to prevent a headache and it does work for that!

They will probably also give you steriods during and after the surgery to help with the swelling. They used an IV version and I can't remember the name right now. Once the pain abated pretty much (3 days for me), I had a lot of energy (for me) and I mentioned it to the ICU nurse - she told me it was probably the steriod I was receiving - and she was right!

You will probably be in ICU because they will want to keep a close watch on your breathing and overall strength. Just take it easy - this too will pass!