At home after reconstruction
Hi Ladies,
Just a short note to thank you all for your comments and that I am finally home after having my mastectomy and reconstruction. Going to try and take it easy and use pain relief when requ...
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Hi Rachael, I had similar surgery to you. I think the most important thing is not to put too much strain on your abdo wound. Pillows became my best friend. Under my head, under my legs, under my side. My husband joked the pillows were breeding!!! Rather than lying on your side try just propping pillows under one side so you are not quite on your back. You will be guided as Jane said by pain, pulling or cramping of your wound. Slowly does it. The DVD has gentle exercises which are great.
Rest up.
Paula x