Regular exercise of about 30 minutes daily will improve your ability to sleep and cut down stress. However, avoid exercising excessively because it can make RLS worse.

Massaging the leg can improve circulation and reduce the symptoms. See if taking a hot shower followed by gentle massage of the legs help to reduce the symptoms.

Hot and cold packs can be helpful in reducing the symptoms of RLS. Try one and then the other. Some people find that alternating the hot and cold packs helps to reduce the sensations.

Smoking can make the symptoms of RLS worse. As well, it can affect your ability to sleep.

If you are experiencing stress at work or at home, find out how to control stress in this detailed article. High stress levels can make RLS more severe.

It is important to get enough sleep. Fatigue can make the symptoms much worse. Experts recommend getting at least seven hours of sleep nightly. Try to setup a regular sleep schedule so that you go to bed about the same time each night.

If possible, try to get breaks between so that you can stretch. This can be easily done if you work at a desk. In a flight, try to get a seat closest to the isle. This way, you can get up and walk around frequently without having to disturb the other passengers. On a car ride, if possible, make several short stops along the trip so that you can get out and stretch.

If you carry excessive weight, it may make RLS symptoms worse.

Poor diet can contribute to poor health. Caffeine and alcohol worsen RLS symptoms. Excessive sugar can cause high and low blood sugar level swings. Low blood sugar levels can trigger RLS.

References for RLS Home Remedies
Created: April 7, 2010

Home | What's New | A-Z Herbs | A-Z Ailments | FAQ's | Sitemap