I had my surgery on May 14th and I have a lot of pain as well! One incision hurts more than the others. I walk but have to take breaks and take deep breaths. I have started using a heating pad on my lower back and side and this has helped. I also switched to a saltier broth and I think this has helped and given me a little more energy. Also I am not doing well with sipping water but warm tea and broth are easier to sip. Also popsicles are easy for me as well. Hope you feel better!