Standard Sling — Lying Down
Built for upright use only. When you lie down, the sling loses all support — your arm shifts, your shoulder is unprotected.
Shoulder Surgery Recovery — Complete Guide
Shoulder Sleeper Products
Sleep is one of the hardest parts of recovery — and one of the most important. Here's everything you need to know about the products, techniques, and timing that help you heal.
The Solution
Lose All Your Worries with the Shoulder Sleeper Pillow
A sleep positioning pillow designed to support the arm, reduce shoulder pressure, and improve comfort during recovery. Set it up before surgery so your recovery bed is ready on day one.
- Cradles the arm in a supported, neutral position while lying down
- Offloads pressure from the shoulder during side and back sleeping
- Helps limit rolling, collapse, and excessive rotation at night
- Size- and side-specific design for precise alignment
- Use it before surgery to prepare your sleep positioning
Order before your procedure — fast shipping available so it arrives in time
Shoulder Sleeper — Back Sleep
Full arm support while sleeping on your back. The pillow cradles your arm in a neutral, protected position all night.
How to Wear
Easy to Put On, Even One-Handed
The arm strap allows you to slip the pillow under your arm safely, then tighten it to custom-fit your body.
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Slide the pillow under your arm
Position the pillow against your torso with your arm resting on top.
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Secure the arm strap
The adjustable strap wraps gently around your forearm to hold the pillow in place.
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Tighten to your comfort
Pull the strap to custom-fit. The pillow stays secure through the night — even if you move.
Back Sleep
Full arm support while lying on your back. Your shoulder stays in a neutral, protected position.
Side Sleep
Sleep on your side with your arm cradled and supported. No rolling, no collapse — just comfortable rest.
Unsupported Weight
Arm weight can stress the shoulder when unsupported during sleep.
Rolling & Collapse
Natural movement during sleep can increase discomfort without proper positioning.
Overnight Comfort
Consistent arm positioning improves comfort and sleep quality throughout the night.
Waist Strap
Keeps the pillow stable against the body so it stays in place through the night.
Arm Strap
Supports the forearm and prevents collapse or drift during sleep.
Wrist Strap
Helps limit excessive rotation during sleep for full-arm stability.
All straps are adjustable and optional based on comfort.
Built for Sleep
Comfort & Adjustability
Premium materials and a thoughtful fit make the Shoulder Sleeper comfortable enough to wear all night — even on your worst recovery days.
- Soft, breathable materialsCool-to-the-touch fabric that doesn't trap heat.
- Easy on and offHook-and-loop straps you can adjust one-handed.
- Designed for overnight comfortEngineered with PTs to support sleep — not interrupt it.
Recovery Product
View Wedge Pillows
Why You Need a Wedge Pillow After Shoulder Surgery
Why You Need One
After shoulder surgery, lying completely flat puts direct pressure on your healing shoulder and makes it difficult to breathe comfortably with your arm elevated. A wedge pillow lets you sleep at an incline — your torso is propped up, your shoulder stays in a safer position, and you stop fighting gravity all night.
When You Need It
Most patients need a wedge starting on night one of recovery. Your surgeon may actually recommend sleeping upright for the first several weeks, and a wedge is what makes that possible in your own bed — instead of being stuck in a recliner for a month.
How Long You'll Use It
Typically 4–8 weeks, depending on your procedure. Most patients use a wedge throughout the immobilization phase, then gradually transition back to flat sleeping once their surgeon gives the go-ahead.
Recovery Product
View Ice Packs
Ice Packs & Heat Therapy: When and How to Use Them After Shoulder Surgery
Why You Need Them
Swelling and pain are the two constants of early shoulder recovery. Ice is one of the most effective tools you have — and having it ready before surgery means you're not scrambling on day one.
Cold Pack — When to Use It
Use cold during the first 48–72 hours after surgery and throughout the first 1–2 weeks whenever swelling or acute pain flares up. Apply for 15–20 minutes at a time, with at least 45 minutes between sessions.
Heat — When to Use It
Once the acute inflammation phase has passed — usually after the first 1–2 weeks — gentle heat can help with stiffness and improve circulation to the healing tissue. Do not switch to heat early.
How Long to Keep Using Them
Most patients rely heavily on ice packs for the first two weeks, then taper off as swelling subsides. Keep them handy throughout recovery — flare-ups from physical therapy sessions or accidental overuse are common.
Recovery Product
Red Light Therapy: Speed Up Healing at the Cellular Level
Why You'd Want It
Red light therapy uses specific wavelengths of light to stimulate your cells at a mitochondrial level. The result: reduced inflammation, faster tissue repair, and better pain management without adding more medication.
When to Use It
Most patients can begin red light therapy once their surgical incision has closed and is no longer open or actively draining — typically 1–2 weeks post-op.
What It Does for You
- Accelerates cellular repair and tissue regeneration
- Reduces localized swelling and inflammatory signaling
- Supports improved local circulation to the healing shoulder
- May help shorten overall recovery time when used consistently
- Many patients report improved sleep quality as a secondary benefit
Optional — Good to Have Ready, Not Required
View Nutrition Supplements
Recovery Nutrition: What to Take, When to Start, and How Long to Keep Going
Why You'd Want Them
Surgery is a significant trauma to your body. Your healing tissue needs raw materials — protein, collagen, vitamins, and minerals — in higher quantities than a normal diet typically provides.
When to Start Taking Them
Ideally, begin 1–2 weeks before your surgery to pre-load your system and give your body a head start. Continue taking them consistently through the full recovery period.
How Long to Keep Taking Them
Most patients benefit from staying consistent for the full recovery arc — typically 3–6 months for a major shoulder procedure. Tendon and connective tissue repair is slow; nutrition support is most effective when sustained.
Prepare Your Sleep Setup Before Surgery
Don't wait until after your procedure. Set up your recovery sleep environment now — so you can rest from night one.
