Restless Leg Syndrome Home Remedy

Here is a list of restless leg syndrome home remedy. This page also answers the frequently asked questions such as what is restless leg syndrome, what causes restless leg syndrome and what are the common restless leg syndrome symptoms.

Restless leg syndrome is a movement disorder. If you suffer from restless legs, you will experience uncomfortable sensations or discomforts when you are sitting or lying down and have the uncontrolled urge to move your legs. You probably will have difficulty travelling when you are required to sit for a long period such as in a car or airplane.

The symptoms of restless leg syndrome such as aching, burning, crawling, pulling and throbbing sensations usually occur at night when you lie down and are ready to sleep. Until you find relief, you may have difficulty falling asleep. The sensation can also show up while you are sleeping and this will disrupt your sleep. As a result, you may have to go through daytime sleepiness, lack of focus of attention, exhaustion, fatigue and anxiety.

Doctors haven't found the actual cause of restless legs syndrome. But they think that it has to do with a neurological disorder in which there is an imbalance of brain chemical called dopamine that is responsible in controlling muscle movements.

According to researchers, restless legs can affect both men and women but the disorder is higher among women. RLS is more common among middle aged and older people but younger adults may also suffer from this disorder if their parents have it. People who are at a higher risk of developing restless legs are those who are pregnant, have peripheral neuropathy or damage to the nerves as a result of diabetes or alcohol, iron deficiency and chronic kidney failure. Stress can trigger the disorder or worsen the symptoms. The use of certain medications can also cause restless leg symptoms.

1. One of the first things to do before you try any restless leg syndrome home remedy is to see a doctor. Find out if you have anemia, a deficiency in iron, folic acid, vitamin B or magnesium or are suffering from kidney failure.
   
   
   
2. If your restless legs syndrome is caused by a nutrient deficiency, the remedy is to eat foods that contain the nutrient or take the dietary supplement.
   
   
   
3. When you start sensing the symptoms, get up, take a walk or pace the floor. This restless leg home remedy will provide immediate but temporary relief.
   
   
   
4. Another remedy for restless leg syndrome is to soak your legs in warm water or take a warm bath. The heat will help relax and calm your muscles.
   
   
   
5. One of the ways to prevent the symptoms is to do stretching exercise before going to bed. After that apply restless legs cream or essential oil such as arnica oil, peppermint oil or aloe gel heat rub and gently massage your legs.
   
   
   
6. Drinking valerian root, skullcap or kava tea before bedtime or taking the herbal supplement may also help as restless leg syndrome home remedy.
   
   
   
7. If you smoke, consume alcohol or alcoholic beverages or drink coffee or caffeinated drinks, try stopping for a week to see if it helps.
   
   
   
8. If you are taking prescription medication, check if it triggers the symptoms.
   
   
   
9. For a week, try brisk walking, cycling or running and notice if it makes a difference.
   
   
   
10. High level of stress can cause or worsen the symptoms. If this is the cause, the obvious restless leg syndrome home remedy is to reduce and relieve stress. Among the remedies for stress relief include practicing deep breathing technique, doing yoga, meditation, regular aerobic exercise and participating in games and sports.
    
    
    
11. If none of the restless leg syndrome home remedy mentioned above works, try acupuncture or other alternative healing method such as restless leg syndrome hypnosis, emotional freedom technique, massage therapy or chiropractic.
    
    
    
12. Or you may want to try the simple steps presented by Jeremy Coughlin in his eliminate restless leg syndrome ebook.

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