My back is killing me!

[groovykg 23]

I am day 6 post op, and am so uncomfortable when I try to sleep. I feel like any position is painful for my neck or shoulders or back or belly. I have to stay on my back mostly sitting up. I woke up at 4 am because I was so uncomfortable, have been trying to nap for like an hour now and am still miserable. This is even with a fresh dose of Roxicet, which usually just knocks me out. Not today!

Is anyone else having this issue?

[kristy3k 1,133]

I slept in a recliner for the first 2 weeks after surgery if that's an option

[bakawaka 108]

This is completely normal. I had to prop myself up with six pillows on my bed for one week after surgery. Lying flat simply hurt. I was okay after about three weeks. The good news is that it truly does get better.

[groovykg 23]

Good to know. I will prop up again tonight, and I have the heating pad on my back.

[Pam Peltz 56]

Try the couch. Worked great for me.