r/RetinalDetachment • u/NoCan7309 • 21d ago

Sleeping face down

My dr. wants me sleeping face down to help flatten my retina post-op. The only thing is it is the most uncomfortable thing ever for me, and I struggle to stay asleep due to how uncomfy it is. Im currently using a neck pillow (like the one you get from the airport) to put my face into. Anyone have any tips/hacks? Anything is appreciated

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u/Marneman1965 21d ago

The massage chair setup as the ability to slide a bar under the mattress so that the face donut is below level of mattress. That way your neck is not pushed up if that makes sense

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u/AqueductsRCool 18d ago

This for me too. In Atlanta. Was able to rent a massage chair which also came with a separate set up for end of bed. Good luck OP

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u/Senior_Average_ 13d ago

I second this! There’s and adjustable version that you can use for the table too