SLEEPING POSITION
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Did anyone start to sleep on their side earlier than the 6 week mark? I'm nearly 4 weeks post op and progressing well and would love to try sleeping on my side but scared to do it.
Thank you
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millie37185 Marilyn1212
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Yabut Marilyn1212
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bev01886 Marilyn1212
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Chloeparrot Marilyn1212
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Ooh yes I did - at 4 weeks - I'm a confirmed side sleeper, so 'sleeping' (I use the term very loosely) on my back was a nightmare.
My surgeon told me that I could sleep on my operated side as soon as it was comfortable to do so, so I starting trying to do so from about 2 weeks post-op. Initially, the operating site was too tender for me to sleep on, but gradually the site became less sensitive and I could manage it. What a joy it was too.
The reason for sleeping on your operated side is that your own body weight will prevent you from throwing your hip about whilst your asleep and potentially dislocating your new hip.
Good luck.
carol21327 Marilyn1212
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I’m 4.5 weeks post op and would love too....I’m amazed how I’ve got used to sleeping on my back! I bought myself a neck pillow which helps. I did ask my surgeon and he said he’d prefer me not to turn over just yet....so it’s the magic six weeks I guess 😬
jen86183 Marilyn1212
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laura52566 Marilyn1212
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margaret83786 Marilyn1212
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mary42846 Marilyn1212
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Hi! My PT showed me how to sleep with a pillow (very firm bamboo) between my legs, operated on top. This was at 2 weeks! I was petrified (she laughed), but she showed me how to move very slow, and hold the firm pillow between my legs. Sleeping on my side was like HEAVEN! Moving to my back when I woke up was easier. Just move slow, your PT will guide you. Now, 5 weeks post op, it's a piece of cake! And, my back doesn't hurt! Just remember, every day gets better. You will get better!
Pennypops Marilyn1212
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Last Wednesday I was 2 weeks post operation and saw my physiotherapist for the first time and she said I could now sleep on my operated side ..reason why operated side was that hip had my body weight on a very little chance of moving...that night I couldn't wait!! Was a little tender but I fell asleep much quicker and it was bliss to have a choice of back or side
Marilyn1212 Pennypops
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Hi Pennypops I'm 6 weeks post op now so sleeping on both sides with my consultants blessing. As you say it's so much better. Seemed forever coming but was worth the wait!!
swimbody Marilyn1212
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i'm at week 1. No problem. Rather comfortable actually. enjoy it.