Are You Suffering From Restless Leg Syndrome? Here Are 5 Ways To Make It Stop

Jun 05, 2018

Restless Leg Syndrome is a condition that can cause a person to have to move their legs around repeatedly because of an extremely uncomfortable sensation in them. It isn’t so much as a painful sensation as it is an uncomfortable one. This feeling typically only happens when the person is lying or sitting down and can only be eased when they move their legs.

Many people suffering from RLS describe it as an itchy and/or creepy feeling in the legs. It can be extremely uncomfortable and can cause the person to stay awake for hours on end. Most of the time, RLS is not a cause for alarm, as it is usually not related to anything serious.

You may have RLS because of the following reasons:

Medications
Some allergy medications, anti-nausea drugs, and anti-psychotics can make the symptoms of restless leg syndrome worse.

Nerve Damage
Do you have nerve damage in your feet or hands? This could lead to RLS. Nerve damage can also be traced to diabetes and alcoholism.

Iron Deficiency
You may not be anemic, but an iron deficiency can lead to RLS symptoms. There are many reasons why you may be experiencing restless leg syndrome. Luckily, we have a number of solutions that will help ease the discomfort.

Read on to learn five tips that will help you if you suffer from RLS.

Dopamine is released in your brain when you get a massage. Studies on the subject have been inconclusive, but anecdotal evidence has shown that a massage can help relieve the uncomfortableness that is associated with RLS. No matter what, a massage can be very relaxing to a person, so getting one when you are dealing with restless legs is sure to bring at least a bit of relief.

#2 Iron and Vitamin Supplements

Since lack of iron is often a prime suspect of this condition, increasing your iron uptake is one of the first tips you should consider. You should speak with your primary care physician to have them check your iron levels through a blood test. Then, take the daily recommended allowance of vitamins D, C, and E, as they have been shown to help relieve the symptoms of RSL.

Studies have shown that wrapping up your foot a certain way can push on pressure points that allow your leg muscles to relax, relieving symptoms of RSL.

#4 Vibration Pads

Using a Relaxis, which is a vibrating pad, right on the area that is bothering you provides you with vibrations that can help distract you from the feeling of RLS. A continuous vibration can actually distract you from the sudden feelings associated with RLS.

A Pneumatic Compression Devices (PCD) is a contraption that is used to improve the circulation. It can increases the circulation in your leg muscles by inflating over your leg and then deflating. It repeats the process for a few minutes at a time. By increasing the circulation in your legs, you can see a decrease in RLS symptoms.

Bonus Tip! There is also an old wives tale that says putting an unwrapped bar of soap under your sheets, near your feet, can help with RLS. Many people swear by it, so it can’t hurt to try.

There are many options for relieving the symptoms of RLS. If you or someone you know suffers from this condition, these tips may really help.

Have you tried any of this suggestions before and did they help your condition? Let us know in the comments! Let your loved ones know about these tips so they can have a good night's sleep!

Our content is created to the best of our knowledge, yet it is of general nature and cannot in any way substitute an individual consultation with your doctor. Your health is important to us!