The nurse told me to try and sleep propped up to avoid extra gas and heart burn. Another norse told me to stay in a seated position, because being propped up meant that I was putting pressure on the band. For the first 3 nights I slept in my recliner. However, the anestesia is mostly worn off and I can't seem to fall asleep there anymore. I tried to sleep on my back last night in bed, but after 4 hours, I was up. I usually lay on my side. I just don't know where to get comfortable, without making things worse in the long run.

I'm not certain what your concerns are...are you experiencing problems with acid reflux?

From night 1 post-op I have slept in bed, as I have never slept well anywhere else in the house. If you are experiencing difficulties with reflux, I was advised by my medical team to take all evening medications at least 15 minutes prior to going to bed and laying down.

It will be best to get a clarification of these instructions from your surgeon's office.

My concern was that they told me not to lay down, but to sleep sitting up, and not to just prop myself up because the pressure on my band would be uncomfortable. However, since I posted this I talked to my nurse, and she told me to sleep in whatever way I was comfortable, even on my side. I know it's silly, but after I spent months to get approved, working through the insurance restrictions and trying to do exactly what I was told, I realized that maybe I should pay more attention to questions I should ask.

I don't see how sitting up, lying down or standing on your head would have any detrimental effect to your band or cause it to be painful. sleep like you always have slept. I do.

tmf

I was never told to sleep in a particular position after the band surgery.

I always sleep on my side and have never had a issue.

Tom, Toronto

Banded July 6 06

Wt. Loss: 156 lbs

I was able to sleep on my back right after surgery. I was just careful not to turn on my left side because it was a bit uncomfortable. After a few days it didnt matter and I had bad reflux prior to the procedure. Now my reflux is gone.

Thanks everyone. I took a nap today in my actual bed and feel much better. I did feel uncomfortable on my left side, but my right side was fine.