Sometimes, judiciously applied, large doses of narcotics are our friend. The only problem with the Vicodin is ....A/ it wasn't Dilaudid B/ you're not taking them in threes....(not halves). There is NO reason (other than tattoos and love affairs) to hurt. Do it smart....it's no problem. (from some one who cares, and has at one time or another, broken every bone, knee, tooth and connective tissue in their body) Get well...I feel for ya.