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Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) : Treatments

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Treatments List

Treatments could include:
  • Cold Pack Treatment
  • Alcohol Abstinence
  • Reduce Caffeine Intake

Treatments Overview Articles

Restless leg syndrome
There is no known cure for restless leg syndrome. Treatment is aimed at reducing stress and helping the muscles relax. Warm baths, gentle stretching exercises, massage or similar techniques may help. Low doses of pramipexole or ropinirole (Requip)...
Source:ADAM
Date:September 8, 2008
Restless Legs Syndrome
The first step in treatment is to treat existing conditions that are known to be associated with RLS and that will be identified by blood tests. If the patient is anemic, iron (iron sulfate) or vitamin supplements (folate or vitamin B 12 ) will be...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Restless Legs Syndrome
Treatment for restless legs syndrome is generally twopronged, consisting of making lifestyle changes and using medications to relieve some of the symptoms. Lifestyle changes involve making changes to the diet, exercising and performing other self-...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Neurological Disorders
Restless Leg Syndrome
It is likely that the best alternative therapy will combine both conventional and alternative approaches. Levodopa may be combined with a therapy that relieves pain , relaxes muscles, or focuses in general on the nervous system and the brain. Any ...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine

Specific Treatments Articles

Back Exercises: Back Press
These back exercises are done on your hands and knees.
Source:StayWell
Back Exercises: Elbow Press
These three exercises are done on the floor.
Source:StayWell
Back Exercises: Lower Back Rotation
These exercises work your lower back, buttocks and hips.
Source:StayWell
Back Exercises: Pelvic Tilt
For best results, these exercises are each repeated five times.
Source:StayWell
Back Exercises: Side Stretch
These exercises work your sides and shoulders.
Source:StayWell
The Why's and How's of Stretching
Stretching is a vital part of any exercise program and is as important as any other part of your health and fitness plan. Without flexibility training, you’re missing a necessary part of your workout.
Source:StayWell
When Exercising, Don't Skip Stretching
While it's true that stretching won't strengthen your heart or flatten your stomach, it can help you reach those goals more efficiently.
Source:StayWell
Teach Teens to Stretch
An adolescent athlete can never stretch too much, experts say. Stretching to stay flexible is vital -- particularly when a child reaches puberty and goes through a growth spurt.
Source:StayWell
Heat Treatments
Heat treatments are applications of therapeutic thermal agents to specific body areas experiencing injury or dysfunction.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Sitz Bath
A sitz bath (also called a hip bath) is a type of bath in which only the hips and buttocks are soaked in water or saline solution. Its name comes from the German verb "sitzen," meaning "to sit."
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Sitz bath
A sitz bath is a warm water bath used for healing or cleansing purposes. You sit in the bath. The water covers only the hips and buttocks. The water may contain medication. Sitz baths are often used to relieve pain, itching, or muscle spasms. The baths are often recommended to relieve pain and speed healing after hemorrhoid surgery or an episiotomy.
Source:ADAM
Date:February 23, 2009
Should Seniors Cut Back on Caffeine?
Researchers say "moderate" caffeine intake doesn't pose a significant health risk, even for people 65 and older. But the experts are talking about people who don't have a special health problem, such as heart disease or high blood pressure. And "moderate" means 300 milligrams a day.
Source:StayWell
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