LD of Michigan
graduate
That was my go-to option I did on my own too in my early pain-from-any-movement days! It was one of the few things I could manage. We have to find things that are doable, without too much fan-fare.
I used to lie on my back and bring my hip up and let my leg dangle. You could also support your leg draping it over pillows or the side of the bed as you are doing.