RT, I feel your pain. I too have spent several months in hospitals, the last stint was for 4 months, and have been on the pain killers because I needed them. But, time heals and now I only take an asprin or two when I'm really hurting.
I'm sure you are alot younger than I am so don't worry, it will get better. Hang in there, pal.

Bring the donut into the restraurants and if people look funny at you, shame on them. They looked at me too walking on crutches, can't let it bother you.

fp