Still need rest in the afternoon

I had the same energy drop, like I hit a wall and I had no choice but to take a nap.

In time I was able to titrate down the time to a 20 minute nap . I wake refreshed and ready to finish the day. In my case the tiredness was needed to help my body heal.

Drinking  protein shakes helped the afternoon sleep attacks . Later,  my doctor said I was low in complex B and D vitamins .also recommended iron supplements also helped to. Ask for a blood test if you suspect your low in some vitamins , minerals and other supplements can help with electrolites and getting out for a brisk walk helped with raise adrenalin levels. 

Good luck

2 1/2 months since my thr and quite often I don't even realize I am tired and wake up an hour or so later.  Thankfully I am still mostly holding down the sofa since tearing a muscle,

Your body is spending a lot of energy rebuilding muscle and bone.  And if you aren't sleeping well that makes things even worse.  I know I wake up often during the night due to muscle twinges or small aches.  If you can just give your body time to heal.

I also had the energy drop but couldn't pinpoint the source; winter weather, just retired and was still sleep deprived from an active job or was it the body healing?  Just passed the 3 month mark and the weather was great so I was out in the yard for 2.5 hours this morning which was all I could do for the first time working this season.  I find I'm taking fewer naps. Just not needing it like I was - couldn't stay awake at times.  SO it gets better. 

I’m at week 19 now and have only just stopped needing an afternoon rest this last week. My physio said it takes on average 9 months to regain your stamina. Just rest as and when you need it. Your body is working hard. 

Regards

Ann

Hello Anna

As long  as you aren't doing anything at that time I think it is a great idea to have that nap.   Your body is telling you it needs the rest for healing.  Enjoy this time of recovery/healing.

All the best.

I read on a hip replacement website that the healing goes on for about 6 months to it is not unusual to feel exhausted until your body is totally healed. I was happy when I read that because I have been really wiped as well.  I am 6 weeks out. 

I live in Spain where the siesta is part of life but I would rather sleep well at night so I usually forego it. At first, it was difficult to not take a nap so I had to force myself not to.  Now it is much easier.  I am about three months out as well

Yes the tiredness wall is part of the process for many of us. It will go, perhaps try a comfy armchair and feet up rather than actually going to bed.

Thank you everyone for your comments. It is good to know that I am not alone. I am hoping that with better weather I can get out into the garden more. I will try sofa napping soon.

I'm 4 1/2 months out frommy second thr and not able to walk without a cane. Recovery has been this slow because, for whatever reason, the femoral stem caused a bone bruise internally. Has anyone else heard of this happening?.