Question 1

how do dialysis patients treat restless leg syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Treat restless legs: The treatment depends on the cause.  More efficient dialysis, better phosphorus and PTH control, or medications like gabapentin, Lyrica (pregabalin) or Cymbalta can be used in different settings.  These all carry some risks, so caution is the key when using medication. .  Also, sometimes  vitamins may be useful.

Question 2

any tips for patients with restless leg syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Medications: There are several meds that can be very effective in controlling restless legs. Discuss this issue with your doctor.

Question 3

best way to treat restless leg syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Medications: Requip (ropinirole) and Mirapex are fda approved for the treatment of rls.  Non-prescription therapies include iron/vitamin c, vitamin b12, and folate (if indicated).  Must evaluate for factors that can worsen RLS as well (e.g. Some medications and poor sleep habits).
Consider evaluation by a sleep medicine specialist.

Question 4

what kinds of doctors treat restless leg syndrome?

Accepted Answer

GP or neurologist: There are some medications that can help with restless leg syndrome.  Also, you might want to get your iron level checked as that can play a role.  You could start with a general practitioner.

Question 5

how can one treat restless leg syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Help: I refer quite a few people to www.Rls.Org and www.Rlshelp.Org.  Behavioral treatments are first line, including avoiding medications know to worsen and ruling out medical issues that can cause.  Then there are a number of medications that a doctor can prescribe.

Question 6

how do you treat restless leg syndrome naturally?

Accepted Answer

Relaxation: Relaxation exercises, moderate exercise, tylenol, (acetaminophen) warm baths and massage have all been recommended for helping with restless leg syndrome. Sometimes it may be caused by iron deficiency, therefore, correcting the deficiency may also help with the symptoms.

Question 7

what medications can treat restless leg syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Treat contributors: Treatment of jerky legs at night (periodic limb movement disorder, also called plmd) may also need optimization of treatment of obstructive sleep apnea, anemia, diabetes, or kidney disease, if you have any of these.

Question 8

is there a way to naturally treat restless leg syndrome without medication, vitamins or herbs?

Accepted Answer

In summary, Yes!: 1.  Adhere to healthy sleep habits.
2.  Avoid substances that worsen RLS (e.g. Alcohol, caffeine, some prescription medications)
3.  Daily exercise.

Please consult with a local sleep medicine specialist for further information.

Question 9

how can you treat restless leg syndrome? stretching dosent work

Accepted Answer

Medications: Medications are available to treat the restless leg symptoms. Consult your physician or a neurologist for diagnosis and treatment.

Question 10

are amphetamines like dexedrine (dextroamphetamine) ever used to treat restless leg syndrome?

Accepted Answer

No: Treatment of restless legs are usually dopamine agonists SCH as requip (ropinirole) or mot apex  or sedatives of the nervous system. Stimulants such as amphetamines should make the symptoms worse

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

How do dialysis patients treat Restless Leg Syndrome

A member asked:

How do dialysis patients treat restless leg syndrome?

A member asked:

Any tips for patients with restless leg syndrome?

A member asked:

Best way to treat restless leg syndrome?

A member asked:

What kinds of doctors treat restless leg syndrome?

A member asked:

How can one treat restless leg syndrome?

A member asked:

How do you treat restless leg syndrome naturally?

A member asked:

What medications can treat restless leg syndrome?

A member asked:

Is there a way to naturally treat restless leg syndrome without medication, vitamins or herbs?

A member asked:

How can you treat restless leg syndrome? stretching dosent work

A member asked:

Are amphetamines like dexedrine (dextroamphetamine) ever used to treat restless leg syndrome?

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?