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How Can Restless Leg Pain With Nerve Tingling Be Treated?

I am a 68 yr. old woman. i am having a restless leg pain/nervousness that I have to move my legs and sometimes even do that does not help. I just have to walk. It occures day and night. I have been given requip and at times it does not help. At the worst of times it seem like I have a nerve running down the inside center of my legs that is tingling. I have been up all night without any sleep. This is getting worse. Pleae advise.
Tue, 11 Nov 2014
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Hello

Several prescription medications, most of which were developed to treat other diseases, are available to reduce the restlessness in your legs. These include:
Drugs like, ropinirole are approved by the Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of moderate to severe RLS.gabapentin, may work for some people with RLS..The combination medicine oxycodone and acetaminophen

Some lifestyle modification are useful for restless leg syndrome like,

Sleep better by sticking to a regular sleep schedule.
Exercise in moderation. .
Cut back on caffeine. .
Avoid alcohol and cigarettes. Consider dietary supplements. Check with a doctor or nutritionist to find out if you’re low on iron, vitamin B, folic acid, or magnesium. Deficiencies can bring on RLS.
Try practicing relaxation techniques such as yoga and meditation. Stress can make RLS symptoms worse. Daily stretching and meditation can promote relaxation and alleviate (RLS).
Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.

Take care.
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How Can Restless Leg Pain With Nerve Tingling Be Treated?

Hello Several prescription medications, most of which were developed to treat other diseases, are available to reduce the restlessness in your legs. These include: Drugs like, ropinirole are approved by the Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of moderate to severe RLS.gabapentin, may work for some people with RLS..The combination medicine oxycodone and acetaminophen Some lifestyle modification are useful for restless leg syndrome like, Sleep better by sticking to a regular sleep schedule. Exercise in moderation. . Cut back on caffeine. . Avoid alcohol and cigarettes. Consider dietary supplements. Check with a doctor or nutritionist to find out if you’re low on iron, vitamin B, folic acid, or magnesium. Deficiencies can bring on RLS. Try practicing relaxation techniques such as yoga and meditation. Stress can make RLS symptoms worse. Daily stretching and meditation can promote relaxation and alleviate (RLS). Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.