When am i able to use my stomach muscles without almost crying?

I cannot get in bed or sleep properly. Don't even get me started with the coughing..i'm terrified of when ill have to sneeze.

It took about 5-6 days for me, but I found that they more I moved the better I felt. Are you walking a litte bit everyday? Your pain should be subsiding this week!

I have back problems and 2 replaced hips. I bought a wedge to sleep on and it really helps with the back sleeping. Last nite I tried to sleep on my side a couple of times and I think it's getting better. I'm 7 days out.

Thanks people! I'm just worried because i have an appt this week and i'm worried about getting into a car and sitting in the waiting area and stuff.

/paranoid

I'm 9 days out and can just about sleep on my right side without any pain but the left side is a different story - I plan to wait another week before I try!