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What to wear after shoulder replacement
Joint Replacements | Last Active: Jun 8, 2021 | Replies (49)Comment receiving replies
Good question, @cattanzer. I'm going to ask @artscaping @ltsally @irish283 and others in this discussion to weigh in about sleeping comfortably once the sling is removed. They have first-hand experience.
Cat tanzer, when will you have the sling removed? Will you be seeing the doctor again before that time to ask him for more sleep positioning tips? Oh, and how did the surgery go?
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Fabulous surgery job!! Have seen surgeon. One week till sleeping with no sling. Three weeks till no bulky sling. Thnx
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Hi there @cattanzer.....I have been stewing about the sleeping issue. I remember some of the things I tried when the immobilizer was removed. I am not 100% sure because I had 4 shoulder surgeries and my memory is not clearly telling me which was which. I am pretty sure I bought a large wedge and slept sitting up with my right surgery arm across my chest. The danger of course when you lie flat or on either side without the wedge is that you tend to curl your head upon your arm when you are sleeping. I actually got very used to the wedge and fell asleep well. There is no room for snuggling and cuddling........as you might have guessed.
Just be careful and make sure your new shoulder is not expected to do any work at all.
May you sleep peacefully and with contentment.
Chris