Guest guest Posted January 17, 2005 Report Share Posted January 17, 2005 I tend to feel tired by mid afternoon. I discussed this with my neurologist and orthopedic doctors. They explained to me that since have lost feeling in my lower legs, my muscles are not getting the messages through the nerves to keep as strong as they should be. And as to what they should do when I walk. So when I walk it is the same as a normal person tying a 10 pound weight to each leg and walking around. It takes a lot more effort for me to walk around. My gait using more energy as a swing my legs to get them to move forward. I had my sister take a video of me taking a walk and I could see what the doctors were talking about. At 51 I shouldn't get as tired as I do but CMT has hurried this along. Naps are wonderful in the afternoon just 30 minutes revives me to finish my day. This is just what is making me more tired. I hope it gives you something to think about. Cathleen in Arkansas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 17, 2005 Report Share Posted January 17, 2005 Cathleen, You're not alone with afternoon fatigue. I experience the same thing and also try to nap in the afternoon when I can. As Gretchen or someone explained to me, takes twice as much effort to do half the work. Good luck! Carl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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