I was reading a post few days ago where you mentioned about sleeping in a recliner for the first 3-4 months after surgery. There was a couple pictures also but I don't remember where I saw it. I want to save it so I remember after my RTKR in January. I remember with my other surgery how the pain was so bad at night so I could never sleep. I never thought about sleeping in the recliner even though that was where I was most of the day. Would you please explain again about the recliner and show the pics? Also I'd like to view the proper way of elevating my knee with pillows.
During rehab you should have access to an occupational therapist. Seek advice then about how to position yourself comfortably in bed once you return home.
Actually, I just looked it up and recliners are not recommended because of the difficulty getting in and out. There are bedrails that can help you get up out of bed.
https://www.amazon.com/Bed-Assist-Rail-Adjustable-Heights/dp/B083C6CF4R/ref=asc_df_B083C6CF4R/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=507593807983&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=13401779598414892556&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=t&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9003829&hvtargid=pla-929733124768&psc=1
I did find a video that sounds like what ur talking about.
https://youtu.be/I8g24I2OQc8
My mom had a recliner that used a remote control so she could stand up more easily. She had Parkinson’s disease and had mobility issues.
She loved her recliner and would nap in it often.
Good luck with your surgery and finding a suitable recliner that suits your needs.