Facial, brow, eyelid and neck clients sleep elevated at roughly 30–45 degrees with the head supported and neutral. A wedge plus a travel pillow prevents rolling onto the surgical side.
Breast clients sleep on the back, often with a pillow under each arm to relieve tension across the chest and to discourage rolling.
Abdominal clients rest with hips and knees slightly bent. A recliner is the single most useful item to have in the house.
Liposuction clients position away from treated areas as much as possible and keep compression smooth beneath them.
Pain medication disrupts sleep architecture, so daytime naps are normal and useful. Your nurse will schedule medication so that overnight rest is as unbroken as safely possible.
Medical Disclaimer
The information on this page is general education about recovery support and is not medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Boca Post Operative Care does not perform surgery and does not replace your surgeon. Always follow the written discharge instructions provided by your operating surgeon, and call your surgeon or 911 for any urgent or emergency concern.
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