WHICH SIDE CAN I SLEEP ON

I am a 51 years old and have an ICD implanted 5 days ago. I have been sleeping on the couch because the nurse told me not to lay on my sides for the next month. I seem to remember my doctor telling me I could lay on one side or the other, but I don't remember which one. Does anyone know, my back is killing me!!!!!

Thanks
Pat

3 Comments

Sleeping

by Judieanne - 2007-06-23 10:06:09

Hi Pat. I assume you are a lady and the advice of wedging a pillow under your knees is a good idea. Also I tried to hug a pillow which helped my arm. And some on this web site said I should wear a good support bra for a couple of weeks. If you are big busted, like myself, it really helps. It keeps you from pulling at the incision without any support. I have found that I can lay on my stomach much better than my side sometimes. But there are times when nothing helps me sleep. I just chalk it up to I am 62 and can't sleep too good anymore. Really don't know why. Just be careful of your arm movement, nothing above your head. I know, it sucks. My hair was my biggy. Didn't want to leave the house without my hair being in place. Trust me, it will get better with time. Thanks, Judy

Put a pillow under your knees

by bambi - 2007-06-23 10:06:38

Hi Pat,
I'm pretty sure you can lay on the side opposite the side your implant is on. Also putting a wedge pillow, or a high pillow under your knees, will take some of the pressure off your back. Welcome and keep us posted! Happy healing!
Bambi

Sleeping on what side

by lana - 2007-06-24 02:06:49

I had mine put in June 6th. The Dr. and all of them told me to sleep on what side I wanted to. I had a immobilizer to prevent raising my arm to high while asleep. Otherwise, I slept anyway I wanted. I have had my checkup and test and set and all was fine.
I did everything as usual except raise my arm too high or pickup things over 10 pounds, and not strain that side or arm.

Lana

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