Reflexology and Restless Leg Syndrome

[HOSS]

I have a reflexology client who also suffers with restless leg syndrome. This has only occured once during a session which didn't cause me any particular problems but did cause them a little distress as they were constantly aware that their foot was twitching and couldn't relax as much as usual. They get it mainly at night and I wondered if anyone knew a way of reducing the symptoms or reflexes I could work on. I suggested soaking feet in warm water, massaging the area, and tensing and relaxing the muscles starting from toes up to buttocks each muscle in turn to help relax and to see if will release any tension. I already work more on the pineal/hypothalamus, pituitary, areas for stress, spinal collumn and head to help nervous system, circulatory system, and legs. Any ideas/advice would be appreciated.

 

[blqyrgjp]

Do they eat sugary stuff in the late afternoon or evening ? I have heard Restless Leg Syndrome be called 'Sugar Legs' .

My husband used to have Restless Legs every evening he has regular reflexology treatments from me and took up Tai Chi - he rarely has it now despite devouring chocolate in the evening every so often.

lou xxx

 

[No Hope]

Hi Lavandula,

RLS can often be caused by a groin strain which the person may not be aware they are suffering from.
They may need referring to a Remedial massage therapist.

All the reflexes you mentioned should help

 

[James Zaworski]

They've had this for a while - around 2 1/2 years so I wouldn't have thought it was a groin strain but who knows. They've tried everything and seen a doctor but they say there is no cure for it.

 

[BeachBum]

Hi Lavandual,
A groin strain will be there until they get it cleared. It may have happened many years earlier. It is very common in ladies stemming from childbirth and gynae ops. It's definitely worth mentioning it to them.

 

[mestAlessebip]

As a suffer myself, True RLs is caused by a similar brain dysfunction to that of parkinsons, I have recently cut out all caffeine, and seldom drink alcohol and my symptoms have been dramatically reduced, mine was worse during the night with lower limb itching, constantly waking myself by turning and moving feet and a general feeling of "something wrong with my feet"
my medication is low dose mirapexin, previously diagnosed as "hives", "scabies" and "nothing wrong with you " to which I suggested I would ring the doctor on his mobile several times a night when waking with " nothing wrong with me", I got second opinion and hey presto problem solved.
regsards
BGFL

 

[Riommerdista Esaltato]

And another sufferer here, especially tonight. My legs are driving me mental lately, restless is definitely a good description of the problem. It doesn't wake me up but apparently I 'sprint' in bed!! My legs kick so quickly if I was stood up I'd fall flat on my face. The problem in bed has decreased recently and now it's my hands that twitch, usually as my arms are wrapped around my other half! He throws my arm off him and shouts out because I suddenly grip a large chunk of flesh and then I shout at him for waking me up.....
I've just found out that both my sisters have restless legs too so not much hope for me really....

 

[doaicilu]

My mother-in-law suffered for years with restless legs, tried a lot of things, but she is a coffee drinker and her last cup of coffee is around 7 pm, she has a cup of caffeine free tea around 10 pm. Personally I dont think she drinks enough water, to flush her system out, but that is another story.

Her GP suggested trying quinine and she says her legs have improved dramatically. She did ask if tonic water would do, but the dose is far too small.

Have a chat to your GP about this.

Now, I seem to recall somewhere in the depths of my mind that the lack of zinc in the body could cause this, can anyone enlighten me?

Keep us posted if you find something that helps.

Fudge

 

[Marjermona]

I have restless legs syndrome and currently take Neurontin as my anticonvulsant. I heard that the opioid ultram can also help RLS patients? Specially to get you to sleep easily. Have you guys heard of this info?