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Friday, October, 30, 2009

Benefits Of Quinine

Health Encyclopedia: Restless Legs Syndrome And Related Disorders Treatment

Treatment


The initial approach to a patient who complains of sleeplessness and restless legs syndrome is to try non-drug treatments to improve sleep and eliminate possible causes of RLS. A non-drug approach is a particularly important first step for elderly patients.

  • The doctor should first try to treat any underlying medical conditions that may be causing restless legs.
  • If medications may be causing RLS, the doctor should try to prescribe alternatives, if possible.
  • If the cause cannot be determined...
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