Ways To Increase Comfort

• Positioning: Position yourself for comfort and to breathe easily. Place a pillow against the incision site or use several to support the injured area of your body.
• Relaxation: Lower nearby lights and breathe deeply. By focusing on your breathing, you can relax tense muscles and take your mind off your pain a bit. Listening to soft music may also help you relax.
• Ice Therapy: You may use ice bags during your recovery in the hospital and at home. Your doctor will order the right kind of you. Nurses will teach you how to use the ice bags before you go home.
• Pain Management Program: If you have chronic pain and are involved in a Pain Management Program, you may want to notify them of your upcoming surgery.