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Shoulder replacement: Post-surgery suggestions
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<p>Hi, hoping to get some advice on how people have “survived “ the post op shoulder replacement time. I am 7 days out, doing the few exercises that I have been given at this point. I am normally very active, work full time, enjoy working out and yard work. So, needless to say, this has really put a cramp in my style. I know I need some structure to my day and need to incorporate some reading, ‘down time’ activities. Mood is a bit low now, sleep is very poor as I am normally a stomach or left side sleeper, neither of which I can do. I do have several recliners, but only sleep for short periods as I am not a back sleeper. Does anyone have any recommendations re sleep? Or any words of encouragement would be welcome. Thanks. Sue</p>
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Hello @meuniesu, I would like to add my welcome to Connect along with @colleenyoung and other members. I found a YouTube video that shows some tips on sleeping with a shoulder replacement that you may find helpful.
Post-op shoulder surgery-Sleeping with a sling!:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1g1Ybf17Rws
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@meuniesu welcome to Connect. You may notice I moved your discussion and combined it with an existing discussion in Joint Replacements group titled "Shoulder replacement: Post-surgery suggestions." I'm confident that fellow members who have had a shoulder replacement, like @basslakebabe19 @anncgrl @ellerbracke @artscaping can give you some pointers about how to restructure your normally physical active day and suggest activities to keep you from going stir crazy. Ah, yes, lack of sleep post op. I get that. You need sleep for recovery, but not being a back sleeper, it can be really hard. I'm sure members will have tips for side sleeping too.
Sue, what led to your needing a shoulder replacement? Are you or will you be doing physiotherapy?