Guest guest Posted June 24, 2004 Report Share Posted June 24, 2004 I thought you were the foam person, a! Thank You. Cary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 24, 2004 Report Share Posted June 24, 2004 Cary...My husband and I each control our own side which is good because I am always fooling with mine. Don't worry if he likes it firm. Judy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 25, 2004 Report Share Posted June 25, 2004 In a message dated 24/06/2004 23:04:18 Central Standard Time, LambyQ@... writes: > Cary...My husband and I each control our own side which is good because I > am > always fooling with mine. Don't worry if he likes it firm. Judy > Sounds good to me! Cary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 10, 2004 Report Share Posted August 10, 2004 Hey Simone.... I've tried everything through the years, including waterbeds! I finally found one that is wonderful.....a pillow top mattress. I believe there were 3 styles of comfort and after lying on them at the store, I went with the softest. It is so great! We got it prior to my revision, and I haven't had one nights discomfort with it. My husband loves it too! I most definitely would recommend them. Good luck! Hugs.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 10, 2004 Report Share Posted August 10, 2004 Hi Simone... I've done a lot of research on beds, and have tried several myself. I had always believed the fable of " firm mattresses are better " until I stayed at my sister's house on vacation. The bed I slept on was old and the mattress was super soft. I thought I probably wouldn't be able to walk after sleeping on it one night. To my surpise, I awoke the next morning feeling better than I had in years. It was a valuable lesson for me. My current mattress is hand made, and has firm support, but is very soft to the touch. It's a McRoskey Airflex. The mattresses that I've heard the most about from other scoliosis patients are the TempurPedic, and the Select Comfort (or other air filled mattress). Both are fairly expensive. Whatever you do, I would highly recommend that you find a bed that has a 30, 60, or 90 day return policy. I've known a few people who claim that they can only sleep on really hard surfaces, but I personally can't imagine that. Regards, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 10, 2004 Report Share Posted August 10, 2004 Hi, Simone: If you visit the Feisty site at and click the link at the left for Database, you'll see a few databases for which people have entered information about their mattresses. Myself, I can't sleep on anything hard. I have a Tempur-pedic. If the Tempur-pedic is out of price range, you can get a two-inch thick " mattress topper " of the same kind of foam which provides many of the same benefits: no hammocking or pressure points, better spinal alignment, etc. Others report liking the adjustable " sleep number " mattresses, which are actually adjustable inflatables. And here's a public service request. Hey, everyone with an opinion: don't just put it here in the postings, go add it to the database at the site itself. Cheers, Elissa > Hi All > > I was wondering what kind of beds people sleep on, do you have a special one or just go down the local shop and buy a mattress, I was thinking that mine was too hard, I have a 4 poster bed with a hard mattress and have been looking at companies that do special mattresses, any thoughts? > > Simone aka Nutty > Re: Hi Diane > > > Hello Diane......I had my revision surgery 3 years ago now in 2001. > Unfortunately I didn't know about flatback at that time and being naive about how > specialized the revision is, I chose to go with the doctors who did my original > surgery in 1977. I think they did the right thing, using pedicle screws and the > Isola instrumentation, but I don't believe they did the osteotomies required > for the flatback. I am currently looking into this and being on the West > Coast, may need to go see someone like Dr. Bradford or Hu in San Francisco. > Was there anything in particular I can tell you about? The surgery itself > and subsequent recovery was what I had expected....quite a long recovery period > involved. I have to admit that I didn't mind wearing the TLSO brace near as > much as the original surgery 20-odd years ago though, using the Milwaukee > Brace! The feeling itself is hard to describe....the surgery and instrumentation > in the lower back is just there - I am constantly aware of it 24/7. It's like > carrying something heavy and uncomfortable around. The clanking I hear I'm > sure is the instrumentation hitting bone. There is no pain with it, it just > sounds peculiar. I'm sure that revision would help you Diane. And Dr. Boachie > will be able to tell you how much straightening to expect. Good luck and best > wishes, and please be sure and let us all know how thing work out!! > Hugs........... > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 10, 2004 Report Share Posted August 10, 2004 At 06:59 PM 8/10/2004 +0000, you wrote: >H >My current mattress is hand made, and has firm support, but is very >soft to the touch. It's a McRoskey Airflex. I had one of these when I first had the surgery (I believe they made them in San Francisco, where we lived). I also had a board under the bed for years, even took it to college with me. Years later, I bought a Perfect Sleeper queen mattress, and it was heaven (no need for the board anymore.) But after my recent surgeries, it doesn't feel right. I found the foam mattresses like the TempuPedic to be too hot for California. I had an air mattress in the hospital, that worked pretty well (and cheaper than the newer mattresses.) Maybe a softer mattress would be better for me now. Guess I'll have to check out the new ones. NB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 10, 2004 Report Share Posted August 10, 2004 Although my wife loves a pillow top, it is very painful for me to sleep on it. Don't know if different fusions respond differently to different sleeping surfaces, but... .... > I've tried everything through the years, including waterbeds! I finally > found one that is wonderful.....a pillow top mattress. I believe there were 3 > styles of comfort and after lying on them at the store, I went with the softest. > It is so great! We got it prior to my revision, and I haven't had one nights > discomfort with it. My husband loves it too! I most definitely would > recommend them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 10, 2004 Report Share Posted August 10, 2004 Hola Yes I will be having a good look around and doing lots of laying on beds in shops Thanks Simone aka Nutty Re: Beds Although my wife loves a pillow top, it is very painful for me to sleep on it. Don't know if different fusions respond differently to different sleeping surfaces, but... ... > I've tried everything through the years, including waterbeds! I finally > found one that is wonderful.....a pillow top mattress. I believe there were 3 > styles of comfort and after lying on them at the store, I went with the softest. > It is so great! We got it prior to my revision, and I haven't had one nights > discomfort with it. My husband loves it too! I most definitely would > recommend them. Support for scoliosis-surgery veterans with Harrington Rod Malalignment Syndrome. Not medical advice. Group does not control ads or endorse any advertised products. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 10, 2004 Report Share Posted August 10, 2004 If you don't want to replace your mattress, then you can get a memory-foam (theraputic) mattress topper. That is what I have, especially since my husband and I disagree on mattresses and this was a compromise. Llweyn Beds Hi All I was wondering what kind of beds people sleep on, do you have a special one or just go down the local shop and buy a mattress, I was thinking that mine was too hard, I have a 4 poster bed with a hard mattress and have been looking at companies that do special mattresses, any thoughts? Simone aka Nutty Re: Hi Diane Hello Diane......I had my revision surgery 3 years ago now in 2001. Unfortunately I didn't know about flatback at that time and being naive about how specialized the revision is, I chose to go with the doctors who did my original surgery in 1977. I think they did the right thing, using pedicle screws and the Isola instrumentation, but I don't believe they did the osteotomies required for the flatback. I am currently looking into this and being on the West Coast, may need to go see someone like Dr. Bradford or Hu in San Francisco. Was there anything in particular I can tell you about? The surgery itself and subsequent recovery was what I had expected....quite a long recovery period involved. I have to admit that I didn't mind wearing the TLSO brace near as much as the original surgery 20-odd years ago though, using the Milwaukee Brace! The feeling itself is hard to describe....the surgery and instrumentation in the lower back is just there - I am constantly aware of it 24/7. It's like carrying something heavy and uncomfortable around. The clanking I hear I'm sure is the instrumentation hitting bone. There is no pain with it, it just sounds peculiar. I'm sure that revision would help you Diane. And Dr. Boachie will be able to tell you how much straightening to expect. Good luck and best wishes, and please be sure and let us all know how thing work out!! Hugs........... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 11, 2004 Report Share Posted August 11, 2004 , Excellent point. We are all individual and may have very different needs when it comes to beds and other important decisions involving physical comfort. Thanks for reminding me once again not to " prescribe " for everyone else! Best, --- Blackledge <scottb2@...> wrote: --------------------------------- Although my wife loves a pillow top, it is very painful for me to sleep on it. Don't know if different fusions respond differently to different sleeping surfaces, but... .... > I've tried everything through the years, including waterbeds! I finally > found one that is wonderful.....a pillow top mattress. I believe there were 3 > styles of comfort and after lying on them at the store, I went with the softest. > It is so great! We got it prior to my revision, and I haven't had one nights > discomfort with it. My husband loves it too! I most definitely would > recommend them. Support for scoliosis-surgery veterans with Harrington Rod Malalignment Syndrome. Not medical advice. Group does not control ads or endorse any advertised products. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 12, 2004 Report Share Posted August 12, 2004 Elissa and Simone, I also HIGHLY recommend the Tempur-pedics...they get a 5-star rating in my book. The matress was not in our budget so we opted for the matress topper...it's terrific! We now have toppers on all the beds in our home. All the best, Beth --------- Re: Hi Diane > > > > > > Hello Diane......I had my revision surgery 3 years ago now in > 2001. > > Unfortunately I didn't know about flatback at that time and being > naive about how > > specialized the revision is, I chose to go with the doctors who > did my original > > surgery in 1977. I think they did the right thing, using pedicle > screws and the > > Isola instrumentation, but I don't believe they did the > osteotomies required > > for the flatback. I am currently looking into this and being on > the West > > Coast, may need to go see someone like Dr. Bradford or Hu in San > Francisco. > > Was there anything in particular I can tell you about? The > surgery itself > > and subsequent recovery was what I had expected....quite a long > recovery period > > involved. I have to admit that I didn't mind wearing the TLSO > brace near as > > much as the original surgery 20-odd years ago though, using the > Milwaukee > > Brace! The feeling itself is hard to describe....the surgery and > instrumentation > > in the lower back is just there - I am constantly aware of it > 24/7. It's like > > carrying something heavy and uncomfortable around. The clanking > I hear I'm > > sure is the instrumentation hitting bone. There is no pain with > it, it just > > sounds peculiar. I'm sure that revision would help you Diane. > And Dr. Boachie > > will be able to tell you how much straightening to expect. Good > luck and best > > wishes, and please be sure and let us all know how thing work > out!! > > Hugs........... > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 17, 2004 Report Share Posted August 17, 2004 Hi All, One of my favorite malls here in land (The Arundel Mills Malls) has one of those " Sleep Number " bed stores in it. I like to go shopping there because, while it's a rather big mall (an outlet store mall), I strategically plan my mall trip so that about half-way thru shopping, I go in there and " test " the beds! Luckily for me, they never seem to have the same salesperson there every time, so they don't know that I've " tested " the beds previously!! I don't know about the rest of my fellow Flatbackers, but shopping is now on my list of " things I like to do " ...even a short shpooing trip lands me on the couch or my vibrating Lazy-boy for some time afterwards. But I don't mind the Mills Mall because #1) they have the sleep number bed store and there's a Dairy Queen in the mall!! All the best, Beth --------- Re: Beds > > > Although my wife loves a pillow top, it is very painful for me to > sleep on it. Don't know if different fusions respond differently to > different sleeping surfaces, but... > > > > > ... > > I've tried everything through the years, including waterbeds! I > finally > > found one that is wonderful.....a pillow top mattress. I believe > there were 3 > > styles of comfort and after lying on them at the store, I went > with the softest. > > It is so great! We got it prior to my revision, and I haven't had > one nights > > discomfort with it. My husband loves it too! I most definitely > would > > recommend them. > > > > Support for scoliosis-surgery veterans with Harrington Rod Malalignment > Syndrome. Not medical advice. Group does not control ads or endorse any > advertised products. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 23, 2005 Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 Doug / Kimi, I never even knew Invacare made beds! Wow and weird! I have an adjustable bed by Ultramatic. It's queensize, so hubby and I can sleep together. The only time I raise my head is to " do-my-duty " on the bedpan. I will put the foot up to do chest therapy if I get a bad chest cold (knock on wood ... it's been 18yrs since I had to do that). Otherwise, I lay flat with leg pillows. The mattress it came with has two sides; one firm and one soft. The soft side is up and I have a 2 " memory foam topper plus a 1 " medium density memory foam slab big enough to cover my boney hips/pelvic/butt area when laying on my back....only on my half of the bed. This puts me 3 " higher than hubby ... I threaten to roll over him if he snores too loud, LOL! (It's an idle threat considering I can't roll on my own). Angie On 2005.07.23 13:01, Kendra wrote: > Doug, I'm only 22 and I completely understand. When I was a teenager > or younger I didn't have a problem adapting to new furniture or a new > routine. Now I get very cranky and I dread a new situation I know I > will be facing. > > I had one of those beds in NY. I was so excited to get it because I > could turn myself at night (just sitting it up and then rolling with > gravity) and thinking I'll sleep so well. That wasn't really true. The > only sound nights I had in that bed were the ones I passed out on due > to medication. I was always uncomfortable because the mattress is so > thin and " dead. " Also, the entire underneath is made of springs. I > ended up putting 3 cardboard pieces under the mattress so I wasn't a > victim of the springs in my hips and shoulders at night (3 pieces so > that the bed would still move and bend properly). I also glued > multiple egg crate pieces to the top mattress (because they moved > around too much otherwise - be careful if you try it though, you need > furniture-specific glue and sometimes the crates bunch up after a while). > > Now that I'm back to sleeping on a regular mattress, I miss the > functions of sitting up and elevating my legs on my own. > > Kendra > > > > The things I hate about ageing with SMA are (I just turned 48): My > > body not > > > being able to adjust to new things and situations, I just bought a new > > Invacare adjustable bed, after sleeping in my bed I had as a child > > for 40 > > > some years. I thought hey I can raise my head and feet and be oh so > > comfy. > > > After having it for a week now I hate it with a passion. Its > > institutional > > > looking, hard to get the Hoyer under, the mattress is hard and my hip > > screams in pain all night. I have been sitting in a wheelchair that I'm > > uncomfortable in all day long for 3 years. We got a new toilet that > > I have a > > > horrendous time sitting on. Everytime my parents say their getting > > something > > > new, I cringe cause I know its gonna be hell for me. Now see when I was > > younger I could adapt my body and myself to these situations and > > just go on. > > > I used to look forward to getting new appliances etc, know what I > > mean, but > > > not anymore. Ok, done now, I feel better LOL...Doug > > > > (my parents are talking about getting a new bathroom sink, which I > > lean on > > > to straighten my underwear cringe cringe LOL) > > A FEW RULES > > * The list members come from many backgrounds, ages and beliefs So all > members most be tolerant and respectful to all members. > > * Some adult language and topics (like sexual health, swearing..) may > occur occasionally in emails. Over use of inappropriate language will > not be allowed. If your under 16 ask your parents/gaurdian before you > join the list. > > * No SPAMMING or sending numerous emails unrelated to the topics of > spinal muscular atrophy, health, and the daily issues of the disabled. > > Post message: > Subscribe: -subscribe > Unsubscribe: -unsubscribe > > List manager: (Sexy Mature Artist) Email: Esma1999@... > > > > > oogroups.com > > List manager: (Sexy Mature Artist) Email: Esma1999@... > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 24, 2005 Report Share Posted July 24, 2005 I have this type of bed too, but I had a place custom make the mattress for about $200. Its comfy as can be. Maybe you can do something like that? Doug <doug696@...> wrote: I do use egg crate foam under my hip, but it doesn't work on this lousy bed, its like sleeping on a sack of springs! I wanted to be able to raise my head because I thought it would help with keeping my airway clear. I cough all night long and my lungs rattle, when I sit up it goes away. I can only sleep my right side because of scoliosis, and the minute I'm turned over I can feel things closing up, and I imagine what little secretions are present clog the smaller airway. Does that sound right? Raising the bed gives minimal relief and the higher I go drives my hip into the bed more, so go figure. It always seems to be a " damned if I do, and damned if I don't " situation. I tried Robinol and another drug someone mentioned on this list, and they did absolutely nothing for the secretion problem. My doctor gave me a patch for the back of my ear, Transderm-Scop or something like that, but I'm reluctant to take things he prescribes. He's totally clueless to Sma and its problems, I have to be my own doctor most times, and rely on these invaluable lists for info. Ooops, getting off topic here LOL. As for the bed, I got a real good deal on it. I'd rather make a $800 mistake than a $2000 one. They included a mattress, free shipping (which was outrageous), most stores the mattress was extra. Here's a link to the ugly piece of machinery LOL.............Doug http://www.invacare.com/cgi-bin/imhqprd/inv_catalog/prod_cat_detail.jsp?s=0 & oidOfCategory=-1610621042 & oidOfProduct=536969476 & prodID=5410IVC A FEW RULES * The list members come from many backgrounds, ages and beliefs So all members most be tolerant and respectful to all members. * Some adult language and topics (like sexual health, swearing..) may occur occasionally in emails. Over use of inappropriate language will not be allowed. If your under 16 ask your parents/gaurdian before you join the list. * No SPAMMING or sending numerous emails unrelated to the topics of spinal muscular atrophy, health, and the daily issues of the disabled. Post message: Subscribe: -subscribe Unsubscribe: -unsubscribe List manager: (Sexy Mature Artist) Email: Esma1999@... oogroups.com List manager: (Sexy Mature Artist) Email: Esma1999@... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 24, 2005 Report Share Posted July 24, 2005 Why not just put another mattress on it? That's what I always did. Sometimes they're smaller, but then I just put something at the foot of it to keep it from sliding. Doug <doug696@...<mailto:doug696@...>> wrote: I do use egg crate foam under my hip, but it doesn't work on this lousy bed, its like sleeping on a sack of springs! I wanted to be able to raise my head because I thought it would help with keeping my airway clear. I cough all night long and my lungs rattle, when I sit up it goes away. I can only sleep my right side because of scoliosis, and the minute I'm turned over I can feel things closing up, and I imagine what little secretions are present clog the smaller airway. Does that sound right? Raising the bed gives minimal relief and the higher I go drives my hip into the bed more, so go figure. It always seems to be a " damned if I do, and damned if I don't " situation. I tried Robinol and another drug someone mentioned on this list, and they did absolutely nothing for the secretion problem. My doctor gave me a patch for the back of my ear, Transderm-Scop or something like that, but I'm reluctant to take things he prescribes. He's totally clueless to Sma and its problems, I have to be my own doctor most times, and rely on these invaluable lists for info. Ooops, getting off topic here LOL. As for the bed, I got a real good deal on it. I'd rather make a $800 mistake than a $2000 one. They included a mattress, free shipping (which was outrageous), most stores the mattress was extra. Here's a link to the ugly piece of machinery LOL.............Doug http://www.invacare.com/cgi-bin/imhqprd/inv_catalog/prod_cat_detail.jsp?s=0<http\ ://www.invacare.com/cgi-bin/imhqprd/inv_catalog/prod_cat_detail.jsp?s=0> & oidOfCategory=-1610621042 & oidOfProduct=536969476 & prodID=5410IVC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 17, 2006 Report Share Posted October 17, 2006 this is what I have and have enjoyed it. No off gasing and no springs, etc. http://www.haikudesigns.com/natural-latex-mattress.htm On Oct 17, 2006, at 9:51 PM, iedbunnie wrote: > i need to purchase a bed. > We have a craftmatic bed which i had to pull the plug on and now I > have to buy a bed because I can still at night feel impulses going > down my leg even though the bed isn't plugged in the doctor says it's > probably the residue from when the bed was plugged in plus the metal > in the bed. > ANYONE HAVE ANY ADVICE? What has worked for you and what hasn't? > > saw a commercial for almighty cleanse - anyone know anything about it? > I was thinking of doing a cleanse. I tried the one that Dr. weil has > and it didn't work it caused me diarreah. > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 19, 2006 Report Share Posted October 19, 2006 thanks so much for the information, i'm going to look into it. do you have the medium firm mattress? how long have you had it? is there a warranty on this mattress? --- McAfee <amcafeerr@...> wrote: > this is what I have and have enjoyed it. No off > gasing and no springs, > etc. > http://www.haikudesigns.com/natural-latex-mattress.htm > On Oct 17, 2006, at 9:51 PM, iedbunnie wrote: > > > i need to purchase a bed. > > We have a craftmatic bed which i had to pull the > plug on and now I > > have to buy a bed because I can still at night > feel impulses going > > down my leg even though the bed isn't plugged in > the doctor says it's > > probably the residue from when the bed was plugged > in plus the metal > > in the bed. > > ANYONE HAVE ANY ADVICE? What has worked for you > and what hasn't? > > > > saw a commercial for almighty cleanse - anyone > know anything about it? > > I was thinking of doing a cleanse. I tried the one > that Dr. weil has > > and it didn't work it caused me diarreah. > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 19, 2006 Report Share Posted October 19, 2006 I got a -simmons- bed in a bag,(memory foam) it comes delivered in a rolled format, you simply take off the plastic and let it unroll/expand. It has proved very comfortable slightly on firm side. I left it in my garage for 2 weeks to gas off. approx £350. got it off internet. paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 20, 2006 Report Share Posted October 20, 2006 I have the soft. The medium firm was too hard. I have had it for about 2 years. Works and feels great. On Oct 19, 2006, at 9:27 PM, Irene Dickerson wrote: > thanks so much for the information, i'm going to look > into it. do you have the medium firm mattress? how > long have you had it? is there a warranty on this > mattress? > > --- McAfee <amcafeerr@...> wrote: > >> this is what I have and have enjoyed it. No off >> gasing and no springs, >> etc. >> > http://www.haikudesigns.com/natural-latex-mattress.htm >> On Oct 17, 2006, at 9:51 PM, iedbunnie wrote: >> >>> i need to purchase a bed. >>> We have a craftmatic bed which i had to pull the >> plug on and now I >>> have to buy a bed because I can still at night >> feel impulses going >>> down my leg even though the bed isn't plugged in >> the doctor says it's >>> probably the residue from when the bed was plugged >> in plus the metal >>> in the bed. >>> ANYONE HAVE ANY ADVICE? What has worked for you >> and what hasn't? >>> >>> saw a commercial for almighty cleanse - anyone >> know anything about it? >>> I was thinking of doing a cleanse. I tried the one >> that Dr. weil has >>> and it didn't work it caused me diarreah. >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 4, 2007 Report Share Posted March 4, 2007 I have a single story. I can tell you that I would not have been able to do steps for at least the first week. After that you will probably back down the steps and drag the involved leg up the steps. Sandy > > I have been reading about beds and chairs etc..and wonder what am I > going to do?! My bed is upstairs and is a waterbed! I was thinking > that I may have to put a twin in the TV room (years agao whan I had my > foot surgerys, I had a hospital bed..do not have that any more > )...what kind of sleeping arrangements did most of you do that had > knee replacements? > Pam > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 4, 2007 Report Share Posted March 4, 2007 When I was first at my Mom's house I slept on her couch in the den, pretty comfortable. When I got home, I found the bed too flat and just too uncomfortable. So, here I am two months out and still sleeping on the couch. Somehow the flexibility of the three cushions is more comfortable than the bed. I've tried sleeping in our bed but I can't get comfortable and besides my five-year-old always ends up there in the middle of the night and I would fear him kicking me in the knee. If you have a big couch, sleep on that. -----Original Message-----From: Joint Replacement [mailto:Joint Replacement ]On Behalf Of pamSent: Sunday, March 04, 2007 7:25 PMJoint Replacement Subject: beds I have been reading about beds and chairs etc..and wonder what am Igoing to do?! My bed is upstairs and is a waterbed! I was thinkingthat I may have to put a twin in the TV room (years agao whan I had myfoot surgerys, I had a hospital bed..do not have that any more )...what kind of sleeping arrangements did most of you do that hadknee replacements?Pam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 5, 2007 Report Share Posted March 5, 2007 Pam, my first hip replacement was in 2003. At that time, Champus gave me a hospital bed which was heaven, also my husband put 4x4's under a LazyBoy recliner for not having to bend down so much sitting which would not apply to you, however, I have read several messages that a lot of folks rest the best in a recliner. I would think that even the waterbed would do if you had a nice firm pillow to elevate your knee with, a foam wedge, a huge beach towel, or something similar. Best of luck to you, and speedy recovery ! > > I have been reading about beds and chairs etc..and wonder what am I > going to do?! My bed is upstairs and is a waterbed! I was thinking > that I may have to put a twin in the TV room (years agao whan I had my > foot surgerys, I had a hospital bed..do not have that any more > )...what kind of sleeping arrangements did most of you do that had > knee replacements? > Pam > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 5, 2007 Report Share Posted March 5, 2007 I had my left knee done in Dec. I live in a two story home. The beds, TV and bathrooms are upstairs. We (wife and I) thought about making a bed down stairs. Then realized it was easier to make arrangments to get me upstairs when I came home than drag everything down stairs. When I got home two fellows came over to carry me upstairs. It turned out that I was able to go up the stairs backwards. One of the guys just followed up close to me incase I lost my balance. It was slow but I got up and used the walker to get to the bedroom. I stayed upstairs until I got strong enough to go down stairs. It was about three weeks post-op when I went down the stairs. Don > > I have been reading about beds and chairs etc..and wonder what am I > going to do?! My bed is upstairs and is a waterbed! I was thinking > that I may have to put a twin in the TV room (years agao whan I had my > foot surgerys, I had a hospital bed..do not have that any more > )...what kind of sleeping arrangements did most of you do that had > knee replacements? > Pam > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 14, 2007 Report Share Posted March 14, 2007 I have a Select Comfort. Be aware, the bed itself is excellent, but they have unfortunately gone to a wireless control, from the air pump controller to the hand control. Fortunately, it is fine after unplugging it and removing the battery from the remote. But while it is on, it is best wrapped inside some shielding. If you get my drift... It has a strong transmitter, that is very much on while changing air pressure. When placing an order, request a wired version. (Make noise. They need to get an ear full.) pete robinson wrote: > what beds do everyone sleep on, im looking for a non spring mattress > but no off gasing... > > pete > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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