Dave, this is one time you need to listen to these moron doctors... My freind got back on his feet too soon and had to have both his knees re done.. If you don't let them stay tight and the bone grow around it they will have to do it again...
the first couple weeks are critical. I wanna see you hole shot 42 plus 50 riders at vet fest again this year.. So get healthy enjoy the down time. I f you want I will fix you a nice work bench you can sit at and work on all my bikes this summer!
So you won't be bored!