When can I sleep on my side of the operated leg after hip replacement surgery?

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I am 5 days postop and sleeping on my back has been a life long issue. How and when can I start sleeping on the operated (left leg).

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    Ok everyone I just got cleared from my Dr. to sleep on my non op leg ( right side) with pillows to prevent mid line crossing, is there any other advice you guys can offer up? My wife is going to sleep real close to me to prevent over 90° bend (toward my stomach) ANY AND ALL ADVICE IS WELCOME AND ENCOURAGED!!!

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