Lie flat for 6-8 hours after total hysterectomy, after which you can lie in any position, including on your side. There are no clear rules about the resting position after total hysterectomy, it is generally only recommended to lie flat for 6-8 hours after the operation, after that, you can lie flat or on your side according to your own habits and comfort level. After undergoing total hysterectomy, you should pay attention to rest, keep your private parts clean and hygienic, and avoid sexual intercourse for a short period of time. When taking a bath, try to take a shower, avoid taking a basin bath, so as not to cause infection in the uterine cavity. After the operation, it is recommended to go to the hospital regularly for rechecking to observe the recovery of the uterine cavity, and if irregular vaginal bleeding occurs, it should be timely intervened under the guidance of the doctor to deal with it. After total hysterectomy, there is no need to worry about the resting position, according to their own habits, no matter flat or side lying, as long as it can ensure a good resting effect.