Why does my fractured leg get so tired?

[Nazgol]

Broke my kneecap. Now it's being held by screws. But I find I can't sit or stand for too long without getting tired & restless fast

[Guardian45]

Because your body is actively working on healing your knee. That takes energy and strength. Your leg is working hard, so it gets tired.

[Guardian45]

Thank you for MHG!

[standardguy]

perhaps the circulation (of blood) is still affected. Ask the doctor to check up. At least try 500mg Aspirine daily for a week.

[Nazgol]

What would the aspirin do

[standardguy]

make the blood a little thinner and thus enable better blood circulation

[Nazgol]

My good leg actually been partially numb since Jan 1 with lots of tingling & burning
Would it help with it too

[standardguy]

yes it would, at least its worth a try.

[Nazgol]

I was on blood thinners after surgery, not any more. Does it mean I still might need it?

[Jennz6]

Do you think maybe it is because of the weather being colder now?

[Nazgol]

No. Lol

[Jennz6]

I’m not sure then

[TallAnon]

This sounds like an excellent question to ask an actual doctor

[CubaPirate]

Is it a general tiredness or just in your leg

[Nazgol]

In my bad leg

[CubaPirate]

Then you need another professional assessment you won't find the answer here

[Sevenpointfive]

try doing some jumping jacks

[Nazgol]

Must be a joke. I'm wearing braces for my leg

[Sevenpointfive]

it worked for billy elliot and forrest gump