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What Causes Spasms In The Legs And Arms?

My symptoms are similar to restless legs spasms but it affects one whole side of my body (legs and arms). It is uncontrollable and can last from several hours to the whole night. Getting up and moving or walking in place helps but continues when I lay down
Fri, 28 Sep 2018
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Hi,

In people with mild to moderate restless legs syndrome, lifestyle changes, such as beginning a regular exercise program, establishing regular sleep patterns, and eliminating or decreasing the use of caffeine, alcohol, and tobacco, may be helpful.

Also some home remedies that may help include: Leg massages, hot baths or heating pads or ice packs applied to the legs, good sleep habits. Medications may be helpful but are used only in severe cases and may be Neupro, Requip or Benzodiazepines.

Anticonvulsants, or antiseizure drugs, such as Tegretol, Lyrica, or Neurontin.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Ivan R. Rommstein,
General Surgeon
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What Causes Spasms In The Legs And Arms?

Hi, In people with mild to moderate restless legs syndrome, lifestyle changes, such as beginning a regular exercise program, establishing regular sleep patterns, and eliminating or decreasing the use of caffeine, alcohol, and tobacco, may be helpful. Also some home remedies that may help include: Leg massages, hot baths or heating pads or ice packs applied to the legs, good sleep habits. Medications may be helpful but are used only in severe cases and may be Neupro, Requip or Benzodiazepines. Anticonvulsants, or antiseizure drugs, such as Tegretol, Lyrica, or Neurontin. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ivan R. Rommstein, General Surgeon