Getting in and out of Bed

  1. Sit down on the edge of the bed, reaching back with one hand at a time.
  2. Enter the bed by supporting your upper body with your arms and bringing your legs into the bed. You may need help to keep your legs apart.
  3. Reverse this when you get out of bed.

Getting out of bed

Lying in Bed When you are lying in bed, you can sleep on either side ONLY if you have a pillow between your legs.

Local Image Use your blue foam pillow while sleeping for at least six weeks after your surgery.


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