Treatment for Restless Leg Syndrome

There are drugs that can help control symptoms of RLS which include anti-convulsant Carbamazepine, anti-epileptic Clonazepam and antiparkinsonian Levodopa. Nonetheless, the treatment of the restless leg syndrome includes a change of lifestyle and daily routines. To see improvement in symptoms, it is recommended that patients adopt the following aspects in their lifestyle:

• Avoid taking alcohol, tobacco, and caffeine

• Eat more nutritional foods

• Include green vegetables and fruits which are high in iron and calcium in your diet

• Do regular exercise or meditation to keep fit body

• Maintain a sleeping routine every day

• Take hot baths for leg pain

• Massage your leg regularly

• Apply hot and cold water on the area of discomfort

The above mentioned are the treatment options for restless leg syndrome. If you have more serious complications, you should consult the doctor immediately. Follow closely to your doctor's instructions for getting quick relief from the both fibromyalgia and restless leg syndrome.

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