Although there is no way to prevent restless legs syndrome, it may help to avoid caffeine, alcohol and cigarette smoking.
Treatment of restless legs syndrome depends on the severity of your symptoms. If your symptoms are mild, simply exercising, stretching or massaging your legs, or taking a hot bath may bring relief. Lifestyle changes also may help, especially following a balanced diet and avoiding caffeine, alcohol and cigarette smoking. If your restless legs syndrome is...
Read moreRestless legs syndrome or Ekbom Syndrome affects hundreds of people night after night, keeping them and their partners awake. It can... Read more »
We started our discussion about restless legs syndrome (RLS) in my recent blog, so let’s continue where we left off. Mild symptoms of... Read more »
I have been fidgeting for as long as I can remember. Sometimes I fidget with my hands, but mostly it's with my legs and feet. I'll sway... Read more »
Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a common and sometimes devastating condition. I see it quite frequently in many of my chronic pain... Read more »
Some weeks ago I had asked whether or not anyone had experienced any unusual symptoms in childhood which they felt might be related to... Read more »
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Nocturnal myoclonus; RLS; AkathisiaTreatmentThere is no known cure for restless leg syndrome.Treatment is aimed at reducing stress and helping the... Read more »
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Restless legs syndrome (RLS), also known as Ekbom’s syndrome, refers to an unpleasant feeling in the legs that typically occurs in the evening,... Read more »
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The American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends medications for RLS or PLMD only for persons who fit strict diagnostic criteria, and who experience... Read more »
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The first step in treating a patient who complains of sleeplessness and restless legs syndrome is to try to improve sleep and eliminate possible... Read more »
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ReferencesBayard M, Avonda T, Wadzinski, J. Restless Legs Syndrome. American Family Physician. 2008;78(2): 235-240.Claman DM; Redline S; Blackwell T,... Read more »