Finding a way to sleep
Rest is part of recovery. Here's how to find it.
3 min read · re: editorial
Sleep can be elusive after surgery. Discomfort, positioning limits and changes to routine all interfere. Be patient with yourself. It usually improves week by week.
- :Think about the familiar things that make your resting place feel comfortable.
- :Keep water, a light and anything you use at night close by.
- :Keep a steady routine: similar bedtimes, dim lights, screens off in the last hour.
- :Short daytime naps are fine. Long ones may make nights harder.
This is general education, not medical advice. Always follow the specific instructions from your healthcare team, and contact them with any concerns.
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