Remedies For Restless Legs Caused By Varicose Veins

By Patty Goff


The single distinct sign of having restless legs syndrome is a throbbing, painful, creeping, pulling, or any other uncomfortable sensation in the lower limbs accompanied by the urge to move them, hence the name. They happen usually at night or when a person is resting, and disappear in the morning. As long at the movement of their feet and legs happen, sufferers seem to be content.

Most treatments for restless leg syndrome are targeted toward some underlying disease or illness. But for varicose veins Austin experts, those unsightly spider veins are also the culprits behind shaking leg syndrome. Diabetes, anemia, obesity, kidney diseases and pregnancy are also associated with the condition.

Being knowledgeable of your family background in terms of medical conditions will help you be prepared for this movement disorder. Women are also more at risk than men, though it will occur at any age. If you are already a sufferer, you may consider these practices that are not old wives tales.

Moderately exercising is the first step to get the circulation going. It should be an everyday thing, though, and it does not help at all to overdo it. Exercise early, and stretch your legs frequently. Cardio exercises such as jogging and brisk walking prove to be the most effective.

Keep calm and do your thing. Stress is one of the biggest culprits in triggering your symptoms, so stay away from it. Before going to bed, do some relaxation rituals such as yoga and meditation.

Exchanging warm and cold presses to your muscles will lessen the ache. You will find them comforting along with a great massage you can request someone to do for you. A warm shower, bath, whirlpool or tub can also be sufficient.

Commit to a sleep schedule your body clock will adhere to. Make a bedtime routine that can help you sleep peacefully and soundly to fight against fatigue. Consider investing in reliable, cozy, and comfortable bedding and linens to make your bedroom your dream haven.

Over the counter medications will help take away pain if it can not be helped. Nonsteriodal anti inflammatory drugs are the best for this such as ibuprofen and mefenamic acid, but long term use is discouraged. Dietary supplements rich in vitamins and minerals will also provide you the necessary elements to prevent your symptoms from coming up again. Prescription medications are also available and are recommended if it is too unbearable. Gabapentin, a drug for epileptic seizures, can also annihilate extreme cases of the syndrome. Talk to your doctor which medication is right for you.

Also, it is a sin against your legs to cross them, like what the fashion models and cover girls always do. That is the top utterly depraved, evil thing you can do to get varicose veins the easy way. Speaking of easy ways, the most effortless of all remedies are just to take your feet high up as possible or as comfortable as you can, maybe on a propped pillow, and relax on a film or a book after an endless day of prolonged standing and sitting.




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