Shoulder Surgery Pillow: Sleep Better During Recovery
FDA-Registered | Therapeutic Post-Surgical Shoulder Recovery
Finally sleep 6-8 hours per night after shoulder surgery—without complicated straps or painful positioning. The Restore You Therapeutic Support is the only shoulder surgery pillow specifically designed to maintain optimal healing position while you sleep comfortably in your own bed, not a recliner.
96% Patient Success Rate | Made in USA | No Straps or Complexity
The Sleep Crisis Through Shoulder Surgery Recovery
Traditional shoulder surgery recovery methods leave patients exhausted, frustrated, and struggling with shoulder pain. Most surgeons recommend sleeping in a recliner after shoulder surgery, but this approach creates its own set of problems. Patients report waking every 2 hours in discomfort, developing back and neck pain from the awkward position, and feeling isolated from their spouse or partner who remains in the bedroom.
The result? Sleep deprivation that slows healing, increased reliance on pain medication, and a recovery period that feels endless. You deserve better than spending weeks sleeping upright in a chair or wrestling with tangled straps at 3 AM.
It’s time to give you the Restore You advantage to heal properly.
The Restore You Shoulder Recovery Pillow: Clinically Designed for Post-Surgical Sleep
The Restore You Therapeutic Support is an FDA-registered medical device specifically engineered for patients recovering from shoulder surgery. Unlike generic pillows or one-size-fits-all positioning devices, this shoulder surgery pillow was designed with a single focus: helping you sleep comfortably while maintaining the optimal healing position your surgeon prescribed.
How the Restore You Shoulder Surgery Pillow Works
The science behind effective post-shoulder surgery positioning centers on what orthopedic specialists call the Maximally Loose Packed Position (MLPP). This clinical term describes the shoulder joint position that creates the least stress on healing tissues while allowing proper blood flow and lymphatic drainage.
The Restore You shoulder recovery pillow achieves MLPP through its patented dual-density design:
- Elevated Torso Support
- Extended Arm Cradles
- Dual-Density Medical-Grade Foam
- Flat Head Platform
- Central Stability Design
That’s why patients are choosing the Restore You Therapeutic Support for more hours of uninterrupted sleep in the comfort of their own bed starting day one after shoulder surgery.
Why Choose the Restore You as Your Shoulder Pain Relief Pillow
Patients who use the Restore You shoulder surgery pillow consistently through their shoulder surgery recovery report dramatic improvements in their recovery experience compared to traditional methods:
6-8 Hrs of Uninterrupted Sleep
While recliner users typically wake every 2 hours due to discomfort, Restore You users average 6-8 hours of continuous sleep per night. This isn't just about comfort—quality sleep is when your body performs critical healing functions, tissue repair, and pain regulation.
Your Own Bed, Not a Chair
Recovery is challenging enough without feeling isolated. The Restore You shoulder recovery pillow allows you to sleep in your own bed next to your partner, maintaining your normal sleep environment and family routines during recovery. Your bedroom, your pillow, your comfort—just with better positioning.
Proven Clinical Results
Better sleep means better natural pain management. Patients using the Restore You report needing significantly less pain medication during recovery, reducing dependency risks and side effects while promoting faster return to normal activities. Patient Reported 96% Patient Success Rate
Wake Up with Less Pain
Proper nighttime positioning means you wake without the neck stiffness, back pain, and shoulder discomfort that come from sleeping in recliners or awkward positions. Users consistently report starting each day feeling more rested and experiencing less pain upon waking.
FDA-Registered Medical Device
The Restore You shoulder pain relief pillow is registered with the FDA as a therapeutic positioning device.
This classification means it meets medical device standards that generic pillows and comfort products don't require. You're not buying a pillow—you're investing in a medical device designed for your specific recovery needs.
Avoid the negative effects of sleep deprivation and wake up feeling refreshed. Quality sleep is when your body performs the critical work of healing—repairing tissue, reducing inflammation, and rebuilding strength after surgery.
Research shows that patients who achieve 7-8 hours of uninterrupted sleep im maximally loose packed position experience up to 30% faster recovery times and significantly less post-operative pain. Proper positioning throughout the night ensures your body maintains the optimal healing position.
Just place it in your bed, add your favorite pillow, and sleep comfortably!
A Breakthrough Method for Restorative Sleep After Surgery
Sleep Better Through Your Shoulder Surgery Recovery
You’ve already been through the surgery. Now give your body the rest it needs to heal properly. The Restore You shoulder surgery pillow provides the FDA-registered positioning support that’s helped thousands of patients achieve better sleep, less pain, and improved recovery outcomes.
Real Recovery Stories from Real Patients
The Clinical Science Behind Shoulder Surgery Recovery
Understanding MLPP for Shoulder Recovery: The Maximally Loose Packed Position (MLPP) is a clinically validated positioning approach used by orthopedic surgeons and physical therapists. When your shoulder joint is in MLPP, the surrounding capsule and ligaments experience minimal tension, reducing stress on healing surgical repairs while allowing optimal circulation to the area.
Step 1
Place the Restore You Support on your bed with your favorite pillow.
Step 2
Get into bed and position yourself inside the support with the back of your head resting on your pillow.
Step 3
Get comfortable, remove your sling, and prepare for sleep. We recommend placing your sling within arm’s reach on top of the covers.
Step 4
Lay back and rest! Upon waking, put your sling back on before getting up.
Medical-Grade Materials for Healing
The Restore You is constructed from medical-grade dual-density polyurethane foam that’s specifically engineered for therapeutic applications. Unlike memory foam or generic bedding materials that compress and lose shape over time, medical-grade foam maintains its structural integrity to provide consistent support night after night.
Each unit is manufactured in the USA under quality control standards that ensure dimensional accuracy and material consistency—factors that directly affect the pillow’s ability to maintain proper positioning.
Contact Surgical Recovery Systems today with your shoulder surgery recovery questions.
Surgeon-Recommended Positioning
The design principles behind the Restore You align with the positioning protocols recommended by orthopedic surgeons for :
- Rotator cuff repairs (supraspinatus, infraspinatus, subscapularis, teres minor tears)
- Total shoulder replacement (anatomical and reverse arthroplasty)
- Labral repairsHow To Recognize Shoulder Impingement Symptoms Early (SLAP lesions, Bankart repairs)
- Shoulder arthroscopy and decompression
- AC joint reconstruction
- Biceps tenodesis
Step 1
Place the Restore You Support on your bed with your favorite pillow.
Step 2
Get into bed and position yourself inside the support with the back of your head resting on your pillow. If recovering from rotator cuff or shoulder surgery, remember to keep your sling on until it is time to lie back and sleep.
Step 3
Get comfortable, remove your sling, and prepare for sleep. We recommend placing your sling within arm’s reach on top of the covers.
Step 4
Lay back and rest! Upon waking, put your sling back on before getting up.
Surgeon Recommended Post-Surgery Recovery Sleep Solution
Our Restore You Therapeutic Support is a surgical solution for patients recovering from shoulder surgery, rotator cuff repair, and shoulder replacement surgery. Unlike sleeping in a recliner, the patented design allows comfortable sleep in your own bed while maintaining optimal healing position.
Shoulder Pressure Relief
Surgeon Recommended
Patented Medical Design
FSA/HSA Approved
Frequently Asked Questions About Restore You Surgery Pillow
The Restore You shoulder recovery pillow is specifically designed to support recovery from all types of shoulder surgery, including rotator cuff repairs, total and reverse shoulder replacements, labral repairs, arthroscopic procedures, AC joint reconstruction, shoulder fracture repair, and biceps tenodesis. The MLPP positioning protocol it maintains is universally recommended across these procedures, though you should always follow your specific surgeon’s positioning instructions.
Most patients use the Restore You for 6-12 weeks post-surgery, which covers the critical healing period when proper positioning is most important. However, many patients continue using it longer for comfort or retain it for potential future procedures. The medical-grade materials are designed for extended use and will maintain their supportive properties throughout your recovery and beyond.
Yes! As an FDA-registered medical device prescribed or recommended for post-surgical recovery, the Restore You typically qualifies for FSA (Flexible Spending Account) and HSA (Health Savings Account) reimbursement. We provide detailed receipts that include all information needed for reimbursement claims. Check with your specific plan administrator for confirmation.
Yes! Unlike some shoulder surgery pillows that are designed for specific sides and require purchasing separate left and right versions, the Restore You’s symmetrical design supports both shoulders equally. Whether your surgery is on your right shoulder, left shoulder, or if you need support for both, one Restore You provides complete bilateral support.
Standard wedge pillows are typically 24 inches wide and designed for general use like acid reflux or reading in bed. The Restore You is 28 inches wide with extended arm support platforms specifically engineered for post-shoulder surgery positioning. It’s an FDA-registered medical device designed with MLPP principles, made from medical-grade foam, and specifically tailored to the positioning needs of shoulder surgery patients—not a generic comfort product.
No prescription is required to purchase the Restore You shoulder recovery pillow, though many surgeons and physical therapists recommend it as part of their standard post-surgical recovery protocol. You can order directly from our website or by phone. If you’re seeking FSA/HSA reimbursement, a letter of medical necessity from your healthcare provider may be helpful but is typically not required for medical devices.
We understand that post-surgical recovery doesn’t wait. Orders placed by 2 PM EST on business days typically ship the same day. We offer multiple shipping options to ensure your Restore You arrives when you need it, including expedited options for patients with immediate post-surgery needs. All units ship from our facility in Cincinnati, Ohio.
