Get the real deal on beauty treatments—real doctors, real reviews, and real photos with real results.Here's how we earn your trust.

FEATURED DOCTOR
SEE ALL

Sleeping Upright Causing Severe Back Pain Post-Op

elsa999
I had a mini tuck combined with a breast augmentation 5 days ago, and have been sleeping upright with legs elevated every night. I was told to sleep this way for at least the first 10 days, but now am experiencing some serious lower back and upper buttocks pain. I cannot bend over, and sitting hurts my butt. Seems like I cannot get comfortable in any position. I tried a heating pad today with little relief. Any suggestions?

Answers (4)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
Leo Lapuerta, MD profile photo
Dr. Leo Lapuerta, MD
Answered on Aug 7, 2015
Answer
1 person found this helpful
Dr. Leo Lapuerta, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
PROFILE
Remus Repta, MD profile photo
Dr. Remus Repta, MD
Answered on Sep 3, 2011
Answer
Tom J. Pousti, MD profile photo
Dr. Tom J. Pousti, MD
Answered on May 22, 2018
Answer
1 person found this helpful
Scott E. Newman, MD, FACS profile photo
Dr. Scott E. Newman, MD, FACS
Answered on Aug 31, 2011
Answer
FEATURED DOCTOR
SEE ALL