How to sleep with a broken shoulder?
I had an accident and broke my shoulder, and now it's in a cast. Sleeping is nearly impossible because of the pain and not being able to move my arm freely. How can I get some rest with a broken shoulder?
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6 months ago
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Sleeping with a broken shoulder requires you to keep it completely stable. The best position is usually on your back, with your injured arm supported by pillows to prevent any movement. A wedge pillow can also be very helpful to keep your upper body elevated. Don't risk further injury by sleeping on the affected side.
4 months ago
That sounds really tough. I hope you find some comfort soon. Maybe try supporting your arm with extra pillows when you're on your back.
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6 months ago
Oh baba re, broken shoulder is a big pain. You have to be very gentle with it. Try sleeping on your back only. Put two-three pillows under your head and shoulders, and one small pillow under the broken arm so it stays still. Don't move much, take rest. It will heal with God's grace.
6 months ago
Yaar, broken shoulder is so bad, must be super uncomfortable. Actually, I think the best is to sleep on your back, with lots of pillows to keep that shoulder from moving. Like, make a little fort around it, you know? And maybe a small pillow under your elbow too for support. Hope you recover fast!
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6 months ago
My son broke his shoulder playing football, it was so worrying! We found that propping him up with a few pillows, almost in a semi-sitting position, on his back was the only way he could get any sleep. And we'd put a small pillow under his injured arm for extra support. Be very careful moving him.