RLS is a disorder of the part of the nervous system that affects movement of the bodies appendages. This condition affects the feet, thighs, hands, arms and most of all the legs. While this may start at any age, it is more common in the middle aged.
RLS symptoms usually start in the evening and especially when you go to bed and are trying to fall asleep. The body might be exhausted, but the legs want to dance. This condition usually leads to insomnia; in fact it is considered to be one of the top four major sleep disorders.
There are some things that make RLS worse that you should avoid. Alcohol and caffeine which is found in coffee, tea, chocolate and also fizzy drinks and tobacco. Stay away from anti-psychotics, anti-vomiting, anti- depression and anti allergy formulations.
It is thought that there are no restless leg syndrome remedies for this condition and doctors will treat it on an individual basis depending on what they think is causing it in the first place.
Some natural substances to try are iron tablets if it is thought to be from anemia. Also garlic, folic acid, coenzyme Q10 and ginko biloba could help. Calcium and magnesium can also help this condition and should be taken together to make them more absorbable. Magnesium helps your muscles relax and your nerves function normally. If you are on prescription drugs, and are thinking of taking any supplements, remember to first speak to your doctor.
Regular exercise like cycling, walking, swimming and stretching can help as a restless leg syndrome home remedy. A regular exercise program also helps to let you sleep in a better way. What you can also do is apply a heating pad to your legs and then massage them before going to sleep. This helps to relax the nerves and muscles.
