[header] How to sleep after a cervical neck surgery [title] Sit on the edge of the bed. [step] Getting in bed must be done carefully, as you do not want to put your neck at risk of injury. Start by sitting down on the edge of the bed, about halfway down the bed. 
Put your feet firmly on the ground and keep your neck and back straight. [title] Lower yourself on your side, resting on your elbow.