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What's the recommended sleeping position during recovery from extended armlift?

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I have read on this forum that many women have developed stretched scars on their elbows and they think it has been from holding a book tablet or texting on the phone Post armlift must I keep my arms straight.. I couldn't imagine how awful that would be What is the recommended sleeping position and how long per day should I elevate my arms Do you know anyone in Sydney who you would reccomend for an armlift Doctors here want to use drains , what's the advantages and disadvantages

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