Author Topic: Quick recovery question for Docs or post op patients  (Read 3034 times)

Offline DCBR78

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I asked plenty of questions when I was with my surgeon.. But, I did forget one. I was told to sleep slightly elevated (for draining I believe). How may nights should I sleep that way? It's really not my preferred way to sleep, so if its a few days, then, I'm thrilled. I'm hoping it's not for too long.
Surgery Date: April 9, 2008.
Surgeon: Dr. J C Fielding. (Toronto)
Result: Life is getting better with every day.

Offline Dr. Elliot Jacobs

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My particular recommendation is for three weeks on your back on two or more pillows -- not on your side and not on your stomach.  Reason?  Sleeping on your side or stomach can result in uneven pressure on your chest, which could pre-dispose to uneven swelling when you wake up in the morning.

Other surgeons may differ -- best to consult with your own surgeon for his particular recommendations.

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Offline Grandpa Bambu

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Yeah, one of the toughest things about recovery is having to sleep on your back... For most, a difficult thing to do...

GB
Surgery: February 16, 2005. - Toronto, Ontario Canada.
Surgeon: Dr. John Craig Fielding   M.D.   F.R.C.S. (C) (416.766.8890)
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Offline DCBR78

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Yeah, one of the toughest things about recovery is having to sleep on your back... For most, a difficult thing to do...

GB
It sucks, I normally sleep on my side.. But, I think I'll just deal with it.. I mean I've come this far, a few more hoops to jump through is no big deal. Who needs sleep.  ;D

Offline The_G0rn

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Interesting question & answers.  Fortunately I am one of the very few people who sleeps on their back normally so I never had a problem with this.  I did find I would wake up with a tightness in my chest though, I think this was from wearing the tight compression binder.  Lately, at about 3 weeks post op I find myself sleeping for a bit on my side...
Surgery done 18th March 2008


 

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