“Only way I could sleep after surgery!”

Best night's sleep after shoulder surgery

“This recovery pillow has been a game changer for my patients, I highly recommend it after shoulder surgery.”
Dr. Richard Stowell
Coeur d’Alene, Idaho

Better sleep means a faster recovery.

OrthoRest is a pillow developed by orthopedic surgeon Dr. Richard Stowell. His patients always complained about how hard it was to sleep post surgery, especially side and stomach sleepers. Dr. Stowell partnered with an experienced and highly trained engineer to develop the perfect solution. Poor sleep in the postoperative period was associated with a ~78× greater odds of impaired wound healing in one surgical cohort. Let’s fix that.

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Sleep disturbances are the norm, not the exception
Research presented at the 2024 APTA Combined Sections Meeting found a high prevalence of sleep disturbances following elective orthopedic surgery — and a significant relationship between those deficits and slowed recovery.
Poor sleep amplifies pain
Studies confirm a vicious cycle: poor sleep increases pain sensitivity, which further disrupts sleep. One study found that a single night of poor sleep predicted higher pain levels and greater need for pain medication the following day.
Sleep quality predicts hospital outcomes
Multiple studies have found that patients who reported better postoperative sleep quality had significantly shorter hospital stays, fewer complications, and improved functional recovery at follow-up.

Patient Testimonials

I started using OrthoRest the first night home from surgery and it was a game changer. My pain levels dropped almost immediately.
Mark D.
Shoulder Surgery Patient
After my shoulder replacement, sleep was miserable. OrthoRest gave me immediate relief and helped me feel secure all night long.
Donna R.
Shoulder Replacement Patient
My physical therapist recommended proper sleep positioning, and OrthoRest made that easy. I slept better than I had in weeks.
David N.
Rotator Cuff Repair
Sleeping without pain helped me recover faster than I expected. OrthoRest was worth every penny.
Tom E.
Rotator Cuff Surgery
I was worried nothing would help with side sleeping after surgery. OrthoRest made it possible and comfortable again.
Susan K.
Labrum Repair Patient
What surprised me most was how stable it felt. Once I laid down, my shoulder stayed put. That made a huge difference in pain and confidence.
Kevin S.
Rotator Cuff Surgery
My surgeon warned me sleep would be the hardest part of recovery. OrthoRest proved him right — and then solved it. I wish I had found it sooner.
Laura B.
Labrum Repair Patient
The shape is perfect. It supports my shoulder without pushing it forward, and I don’t wake up adjusting pillows all night anymore.
Chris L.
SLAP Tear Surgery
Before OrthoRest, I was stacking pillows constantly through the night. This pillow cradles my shoulder perfectly and keeps me from rolling onto it. I finally slept through the night without pain.
James T.
Shoulder Replacement Patient
OrthoRest helped me finally relax at night instead of bracing for pain every time I moved. My recovery felt smoother because I was actually resting.
Angela P.
Shoulder Arthroscopy Patient
This pillow eliminated the nightly frustration of rearranging pillows. It’s firm, supportive, and clearly designed for shoulder recovery.
Brian H.
Rotator Cuff Repair
I felt supported but not locked into one position. That balance made all the difference during recovery.
Emily J.
Shoulder Arthroscopy Patient
I tried every wedge and pillow combo imaginable. OrthoRest was the first thing that actually worked. I could sleep on my side comfortably within days.
Michael W.
Rotator Cuff Repair
I was skeptical at first, but OrthoRest made a huge difference after my rotator cuff surgery. It kept my arm supported and reduced the aching that usually woke me up.
Karen M.
Rotator Cuff Surgery
The design just makes sense. It keeps your shoulder in a safe position without feeling bulky or awkward.
Rachel F.
Shoulder Stabilization Surgery
I was worried nothing would help with side sleeping after surgery. OrthoRest made it possible and comfortable again.
Susan K.
Labrum Repair Patient
I started using OrthoRest the first night home from surgery and it was a game changer. My pain levels dropped almost immediately.
Mark D.
Shoulder Surgery Patient
I felt supported but not locked into one position. That balance made all the difference during recovery.
Emily J.
Shoulder Arthroscopy Patient
After my shoulder replacement, sleep was miserable. OrthoRest gave me immediate relief and helped me feel secure all night long.
Donna R.
Shoulder Replacement Patient
Sleeping without pain helped me recover faster than I expected. OrthoRest was worth every penny.
Tom E.
Rotator Cuff Surgery
This pillow eliminated the nightly frustration of rearranging pillows. It’s firm, supportive, and clearly designed for shoulder recovery.
Brian H.
Rotator Cuff Repair
My surgeon warned me sleep would be the hardest part of recovery. OrthoRest proved him right — and then solved it. I wish I had found it sooner.
Laura B.
Labrum Repair Patient
The design just makes sense. It keeps your shoulder in a safe position without feeling bulky or awkward.
Rachel F.
Shoulder Stabilization Surgery
My physical therapist recommended proper sleep positioning, and OrthoRest made that easy. I slept better than I had in weeks.
David N.
Rotator Cuff Repair
I tried every wedge and pillow combo imaginable. OrthoRest was the first thing that actually worked. I could sleep on my side comfortably within days.
Michael W.
Rotator Cuff Repair
OrthoRest helped me finally relax at night instead of bracing for pain every time I moved. My recovery felt smoother because I was actually resting.
Angela P.
Shoulder Arthroscopy Patient
Before OrthoRest, I was stacking pillows constantly through the night. This pillow cradles my shoulder perfectly and keeps me from rolling onto it. I finally slept through the night without pain.
James T.
Shoulder Replacement Patient
What surprised me most was how stable it felt. Once I laid down, my shoulder stayed put. That made a huge difference in pain and confidence.
Kevin S.
Rotator Cuff Surgery
The shape is perfect. It supports my shoulder without pushing it forward, and I don’t wake up adjusting pillows all night anymore.
Chris L.
SLAP Tear Surgery
I was skeptical at first, but OrthoRest made a huge difference after my rotator cuff surgery. It kept my arm supported and reduced the aching that usually woke me up.
Karen M.
Rotator Cuff Surgery
I felt supported but not locked into one position. That balance made all the difference during recovery.
Emily J.
Shoulder Arthroscopy Patient
After my shoulder replacement, sleep was miserable. OrthoRest gave me immediate relief and helped me feel secure all night long.
Donna R.
Shoulder Replacement Patient
Sleeping without pain helped me recover faster than I expected. OrthoRest was worth every penny.
Tom E.
Rotator Cuff Surgery
I was skeptical at first, but OrthoRest made a huge difference after my rotator cuff surgery. It kept my arm supported and reduced the aching that usually woke me up.
Karen M.
Rotator Cuff Surgery
OrthoRest helped me finally relax at night instead of bracing for pain every time I moved. My recovery felt smoother because I was actually resting.
Angela P.
Shoulder Arthroscopy Patient
I tried every wedge and pillow combo imaginable. OrthoRest was the first thing that actually worked. I could sleep on my side comfortably within days.
Michael W.
Rotator Cuff Repair
Before OrthoRest, I was stacking pillows constantly through the night. This pillow cradles my shoulder perfectly and keeps me from rolling onto it. I finally slept through the night without pain.
James T.
Shoulder Replacement Patient
My surgeon warned me sleep would be the hardest part of recovery. OrthoRest proved him right — and then solved it. I wish I had found it sooner.
Laura B.
Labrum Repair Patient
I was worried nothing would help with side sleeping after surgery. OrthoRest made it possible and comfortable again.
Susan K.
Labrum Repair Patient
I started using OrthoRest the first night home from surgery and it was a game changer. My pain levels dropped almost immediately.
Mark D.
Shoulder Surgery Patient
My physical therapist recommended proper sleep positioning, and OrthoRest made that easy. I slept better than I had in weeks.
David N.
Rotator Cuff Repair
This pillow eliminated the nightly frustration of rearranging pillows. It’s firm, supportive, and clearly designed for shoulder recovery.
Brian H.
Rotator Cuff Repair
The shape is perfect. It supports my shoulder without pushing it forward, and I don’t wake up adjusting pillows all night anymore.
Chris L.
SLAP Tear Surgery
What surprised me most was how stable it felt. Once I laid down, my shoulder stayed put. That made a huge difference in pain and confidence.
Kevin S.
Rotator Cuff Surgery
The design just makes sense. It keeps your shoulder in a safe position without feeling bulky or awkward.
Rachel F.
Shoulder Stabilization Surgery

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long should I use OrthoRest after shoulder surgery?
What types of shoulder surgeries is OrthoRest best for?
Can I sleep on my side with OrthoRest?
Is OrthoRest adjustable?
How is OrthoRest different from a regular pillow or wedge?
Can OrthoRest be used on either shoulder?
Is the OrthoRest pillow washable?
Do I need a prescription to use OrthoRest?