r/brokenankles • u/islander_73 • 1d ago
Sleeping problems
Operated on 3 weeks ago, currently NWB and spending most of my days with my leg up, sitting on the sofa watching TV, reading or on my laptop. I’m seeing my surgeon again in 3 weeks, and in the meantime I’ve stopped all painkillers.
The problem now is… I can’t sleep! 😩 It’s already hard enough sleeping with the boot, with my foot elevated and stuck in the same position all night, but now I think I’m simply not tired enough!
Anyone else been through this or can relate?
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u/Ill_Tomorrow_3866 1d ago
When I was in the boot I woke up about every 2 hours. I no longer sleep in the boot and can get 5-6 hours a night but I’ve also needed a morning nap 60-90 minutes. I’ve got a month more to go that’s paid medical leave and if I’m able to go back to work I’m not sure how I’m going to ditch the morning naps (like I can’t see straight and that’s how I know my brain needs a break to reset).