A padded head restraint (10) is disclosed which includes a head pad (11) having vertical end portions (12) which span a central pad (14). The central pad includes a front surface (15) which is recessed from the front surface (16) of the end walls. The head pad includes a rigid base plate (17), a foam padding (18) overlaying the base plate, and a moisture resistive covering (20) overlaying the base plate and foam padding. A strap (24) is mounted to the head pad. The head positioner includes two oppositely disposed pivotal drape lifts (32).
