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Insomnia after TKR

Bones, Joints & Muscles | Last Active: Jul 4, 2023 | Replies (4)

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Judithh580, This is so familiar. I had surgery back in 2016. It was a 2 1/2 hour procedure (Not knee replacement) and I couldn't turn my brain off for quite a while. I think it was the anesthesia and pain meds. I sweated terribly for a few weeks and had crazy dreams after the surgery. My thinking is that it takes your body a while to "expel" the anesthesia & pain meds. I was exhausted & restless. It took a while. I had to rest during the day to recover. Sleep finally went back to normal after a few weeks. I feel like it will for you too. Your body has gone through a lot and rest is healing after surgery. I'm so sorry you are battling this. Praying for you....

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Thanks Covidstinks, and yes it does! I had Long Covid 3 months before the TKR and I think I was still in that fatigue phase too. I really appreciate the positive feedback. Judith580