What home remedies for restless leg syndrome?

Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a condition that causes an uncontrollable urge to move your legs. It can disrupt sleep, affect daily life and be downright annoying! Fortunately, there are many home remedies available that can provide relief from this pesky condition.

Stretch it out

Stretching before bedtime or early in the morning can help reduce the symptoms of restless leg syndrome. Here are some effective stretches:

  • Hamstring stretch
  • Sit on the floor with one leg stretched out.
  • Bend the other leg at the knee and place your foot against your inner thigh.
  • Reach toward the toe of your extended leg as far as you can without bending over.

  • Quad stretch

  • Stand with feet hip-width apart
  • Lift right foot off ground standing on left foot
  • Catch hold of toes with right hand so that heel facing buttocks

Try doing these stretches daily for best results!

Get moving

Another way to alleviate RLS symptoms is by engaging in regular exercise-

  • Yoga
    Yoga increases circulation while promoting relaxation which often helps relieve RLS symptoms long term. Some great yoga poses include: Downward dog Pose, Forward Fold Pose & Half Pigeon pose

  • Light Cardio
    A jog around local park could work wonders here just make sure not to strain yourself!

Remember ”moving steals away pain”

Avoid stimulating beverages

Caffeine laden drinks like coffee and sodas should be avoided altogether because they stimulate RLS symptoms.

It’s also important to note alcohol consumption particularly wine, beer may cause increased activity in dopamine receptors which negatively impacts people dealing with restless legs.

Massage

Massage therapy has been shown effective in reducing key factors associated with restless legs syndrome – such as stress levels and inflammation [1]. If you cannot afford frequent massage sessions then conducting an all immune system boosting acupressure session might be a great option – this will also help trigger better dopamine release- two birds with one stone?

Try Warm/Cold Baths

Taking a warm bath before bed can promote relaxation while the opposite works too, cold/warm compresses on affected leg-muscle groups

Note: Please avoid overly hot and/or harsh temperature changes as this may worsen symptoms.

Re-Evaluate your diet

Eating healthier for well-being is another effective way to counter restless legs naturally. As, contrary to what they say that you become what you eat!

Foods rich in mineral nutrients like iron, magnesium , potassium level up the electrolytic balance of cells & provide specific benefits to health.

Some helpful dietary tips include:

  • Eat foods rich in vitamin D such as egg yolks and salmon.
  • Take calcium supplements or consume foods high in calcium
  • Eat lots of greens

Making these changes can greatly decrease RLS episodes so it’s important to evaluate trying out whole new healthy tasty kicks from now!

## Ointments

Self-made healing balms made from natural ingredients are simple but fruitful ways of providing temporary relief at home against stressed sleeping bugs causing restless night muscles.

Some effective ointment compositions include:

    Jojoba oil mixed up with Himalayan rock salt   
  (Could use Eucalyptus Oil too for added cooling sensation)         
    Peppermint essential oils combined with lavender infused olive oil
(Heat beforehand if infusion hasn't been done earlier; strain)

These homemade alternatives tend to work wonders especially when both medical intervention approaches have failed!

RLS can make life unfathomable due to involuntary sensation felt by legs so its imperative focus more towards remedies rather than curing only symptomatic pain experienced. A combination approach encompasses stetching, diet , exercise and overall a better lifestyle management can work wonders.

While these home remedies have been shown to provide great relief, it is important to talk with your doctor if the condition persists or worsens over a period of time. So get working on yourself today!

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