Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS): Treatments
A condition that occurs while resting or lying in bed; it is characterized by an irresistible urgency to move the legs to obtain relief from a strange and uncomfortable sensation in the legs.
Part of: Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS)
Treatments for Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS)
Currently, there is no cure for RLS. However, lifestyle changes, nonmedicine treatments, and medicines may relieve symptoms and help you sleep better. Below are details about each of these types of treatment and what researchers have found about them.
Lifestyle Changes
Several lifestyle changes have been tried to help RLS symptoms. Some examples are listed below.
Limit or avoid caffeine, alcohol, and smoking. Switch or stop any medicines that might be making your RLS worse (such as some antihistamines and antidepressants). Never stop taking any medicine without first talking with your doctor. Exercise a few times a week (such as walking on a treadmill and doing exercises to strengthen your lower body). However, too much exercise can make RLS symptoms worse. Talk with your doctor about how much exercise is right for you. Try to go to bed around the same time each night and wake up around the same time each morning…