Restless legs and sleep
In restless legs syndrome you feel an unpleasant tingling or an irresistible urge to move your legs while at rest, especially in the evening. The symptoms can make falling asleep much harder. This guide covers self-care methods and why a doctor's assessment is important.
You will need
- A symptom diary
- A list of the medicines you take
- An appointment at your health centre
- A moment for stretching or exercise in the evening
Steps
Recognise the symptoms
Typically there's an unpleasant feeling in the legs that starts at rest, gets worse in the evening and eases when you move. Symptoms can also occur in the arms.
Keep a symptom diary
Exercise regularly
Try things that bring relief
Cut down on things that make it worse
Check your medicines
Book a doctor's appointment
Treat the underlying causes
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