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Remedy to treat restless legs syndrome

What can I do for RLS?
( 8 Oct 2007)

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Restless leg syndrome is also known as Ekborn syndrome. Mainly lower portion of leg is involved. Besides lower portion of leg, thighs and arms are also affected.
  • Generally restless legs syndrome strikes almost in the night.The best thing are to walk around for relief.
  • Taking warm bath before going to bed help in relaxation of muscles.
  • Stretch your leg muscles like calves, hamstrings and butt before going to bed.
  • Keeping bath soap under the keen at bedtime appears to be funny. But it works a lot.
  • Moderate leg exercise in the morning is also helpful. Do not go for excess exercise. It may aggravate the symptoms.
  • When symptom arises move your leg front and back.
  • Iron supplements are helpful as iron deficiency may be the cause of RLS.
  • Avoiding caffeine and tobacco products will be very beneficial.
  • Massaging legs with sesame oil will give relief.
  • Hot bag compression is also helpful.
  • But while doing all these things get sure that RLS is not symptoms of any other disease.
  • Also keep in mind that if the pain rest for many days, see your doctor.
answered by R S on 16 Oct 2007, 4:18:41

 

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