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Memory foam post-op, yes or no?

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Kristin53
Kristin53

Hi folks

Just five days to go to op day of 5th October and I am getting things ready for when I come home afterwards. 

I decided to go into the spare room for a few weeks so as me and the hubs do not disturb each other.  Was making the bed up and wondered whether I should leave the nemory foam topper on. It is quite a thick one and the mattress underneath is pretty firm.

What is best?  Can anyone share their experience either way re comfort?  Anything else I should know other than using a slippy sheet and lots of pillows ?  It is a double bed and we have moved it so I can get in an out either side. 

Oh and I dont have a frame so just on crutches.. Does it help getting in and put if I have something to help me stand?

Thanks in advance. X

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  • Jay59
    Jay59 Kristin53

    Posted

    I am 4 weeks and hubby is still in the spare room as I don't sleep well and would disturb him . 

    I would say as much comfort as possible so keep the memory foam topper. 

    You might find a leg lift thingy helpful ! Sorry I don't know it's real name just to help you lift your leg into bed the first few nights . I have everything I. Need next to me on the bed .....iPad , iPhone , grabber stick etc 

    good luck for the 5th  . All will be fine 🍷🍷

     

    • ginger47520
      ginger47520 Jay59

      Posted

      Hi Jay also a Bryson can use a belt to lift the leg on the bed or get into a car.lol
    • Kristin53
      Kristin53 Jay59

      Posted

      Oh thanks Jay.  A leg lifter is another new thing to me. Will rig something up there. 

      Tbh I never thought if decanting my husband into the spare room.. mm there's a thought. 

      Thanks for the well wishes.  Juts want it done now. smile 

  • Loral
    Loral Kristin53

    Posted

    I had a hard time getting my leg lifted into the bed. So get a leg lifter or have your husband help lift your leg, I would leave it on, it's more comfortable and you'll be laying a lot.
    • Kristin53
      Kristin53 Loral

      Posted

      Thanks Loral

      Seems to be the consensus.  I can always get my DH to remove it if it proves problematic.

      A lot of replies recommend leg lifters so I best get one smile

      thanks again x 

  • maggiefabrianne
    maggiefabrianne Kristin53

    Posted

    hi kristin

    for my first hip I found the first two weeks difficult getting in and out of bed.

    operated hip has to be on the outside so get out that side.  I bought a wedge pillow (triangle shape).  It was high at top and then sloped under my neck. I put my pillows on top and slept on my back but with my head being higher than my legs I found it easier to slide my legs out. I found it impossible when laying flat

    as too much effort required on my legs.  I also took out mattress topper off for the first 2 weeks as found the mattress on its own firmer and easier to slide my legs.

    I also put pillows under my knees as found it more comfortable sleeping that way.

    good luck!

    maggiex

    • Kristin53
      Kristin53 maggiefabrianne

      Posted

      Thanks Maggie

      We arranged the room so I can get in and out either side if the bed. The left side is at the far end though so longer to walk around.

      I sleep propped up anyway as have reflux that I take meds for.  Back in June I had abdominal surgery and needed to sleep on my back for quite a while, so I am hoping this aspect will be familiar to me.  As a side sleeper I will be glad when I can do this in comfort again.  It is when I shift in my sleep that the pain wakes me up, far too often these days.  There is a full length body pillow in the spare room so I will try that first.  There are so many pillows in there now it looks like zi habe built a nest smile

      it isnt long niw till Monday. Gulp. Wish you all the best. I go down at 8am. 

      Take care x

    • maggiefabrianne
      maggiefabrianne Kristin53

      Posted

      Yes you will be first down and will be well over before mine which should be afternoon. All the best service you other end,....x
    • cathie38426
      cathie38426 maggiefabrianne

      Posted

      Mine is 6pm Monday, I am later still!

      good luck,there's you,Kristin and me

      all 5 October hippies.

    • Kristin53
      Kristin53 cathie38426

      Posted

      Thanks cathie 

      It will be great to have op biddies to share notes with.   I wish you both God's speed, you are in my prayers. 

      Nerves have set in today, mostly becuase I had to cancel the plans I made for today, these anti-biotics have really given me a dicky tum.  Stayed indoors to be on the safe side, giving me much too much time to think.  Fingers crossed tomorrow will be better. smile. Already in bed for the night with my tablet and and urge for some online retail therapy :D 

      How are you ladies keeping your mind off Monday ? 

       

    • Kristin53
      Kristin53

      Posted

      Erm.. that's op buddies not biddies :D  Apologies. 
    • maggiefabrianne
      maggiefabrianne Kristin53

      Posted

      went for a meal with my sisters today over in Oxford with couple glasses wine. just 2 more days to go x
    • renee01952
      renee01952 Kristin53

      Posted

      don't try too hard ... it is not working -- like :do not think about the pink elephant in the room ....

      these pre-op days are challenging - I was in so much pain,so anxiety ridden that I felt paralyzed, could not concentrate on anything for longer than a nano-second - 

      I listened to meditation tapes and focussed on breathing - and once in a while a fell a sleep ...

      the wait will be over soon .... 

      wishing you peace of mind 

      renee

    • Kristin53
      Kristin53 renee01952

      Posted

      Thanks renee. 

      I do find it helps a bit if I keep busy with something unrelated. Sitting about is a killer, but so is walking about keeping busy.  Can't win, was distracted to day by buying curtains and a few other things, now paying fir it big time as the pain is intense.

      Yougest is making me waych Dr Who and then a film lol. I'm thinking if reaching for the Tramadol and knocking myself out.  

      Tick tock. X 

       

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