Natural Treatments and Remedies For Restless Leg Syndrome.

[@TheSpinery]

[UPDATE] Dr. Lawrence Woods here! I want to express my sincere appreciation for your support and for finding value in my suggestions for natural approaches to address restless leg syndrome over the years. As a chiropractor, my mission has always been to offer people holistic solutions that aim to enhance their well-being. In line with this goal, I'm excited to introduce the Axial Ergonomic Seat Cushion - an innovative product designed to help you sit more comfortably, which might be beneficial for those experiencing restless leg discomfort at night. The Axial Ergonomic Seat Cushion is a result of extensive research and expertise in ergonomics, spinal health, and human biomechanics. Its distinctive design encourages proper pelvic positioning and spine alignment, which can potentially contribute to a more comfortable sitting experience. The Axial Ergonomic Seat Cushion is not only intended for individuals coping with restless leg syndrome, but also for anyone seeking improved posture, reduced lower back discomfort, or simply a more enjoyable sitting experience. Integrating the Axial Ergonomic Seat Cushion into your daily routine might provide additional comfort that could positively impact your sleep and overall well-being. As always, I encourage you to combine this with the natural approaches and exercises discussed in the video for the best possible outcome. I genuinely believe that the Axial Ergonomic Seat Cushion has the potential to make a significant difference for those dealing with restless leg discomfort. To learn more and order your own cushion, please visit axialchairs.com/. Thank you once again for your ongoing support, and I'm confident that, together, we can help you discover comfort and enjoy a happier, healthier life.

[@andreamcmullin7300]

There is a medicine called ropinerole and it works like a charm! Perfectly!

[@clintoni856]

Here's my theory as to why 😊moms and dads i hope this helps, im always brake things down to simple logic and common sense through my own experiences id like to point out that our bodies are designed to adapt right? Its simply muscle memory! Lots of time in repetitions 😮example, Usually in the legs hence the name restless leg syndrome! You've simply trained your body with such repetition until it literally becomes an subconscious irritant 😅lol! Mine was my years of soothing my lil brothers who were soothed or often e ntertained by bouncing with quick precise leg jerks! Til i discovered it became oddly soothing to me until it had no more use than it became a nuisance! And a habit is only as hard to break as it is to aquire! Once you realize whats causing it you'll quickly find amusement in un learning this phenomenon lol! Hope it helps someone, and remember if you're ever sitting next to someone on a plane,bus or Dr's office ' Yoll remember this ask them just dealing with baby recently huh? You may help a stranger and possibly make a new friend! Your welcome Usually the answers are right in front of us but we're complicated when its often very simple! 😊

[@bettylitke6471]

❤

[@mikey120882]

i think it became better after grounding bed and office table. could we move the legs to release voltage tension

[@lulunz6809]

How about Fabry disease as an underlying cause? Its definitely underdiagnosed and can lead to premature death. So if the person has kidney issues, cardiovascular or peripheral neuropathy (also can be misdiagnosed as Raynards disease) then it could be Fabrys. The pain, burning in the feet can be a sign of it. People need to look it up before having a gin and tonic to see if they or their family members have symptoms.

[@jrosner6123]

I'm trying everything, I've had it periodically through life, now its chronic. Ugh. People dont understand how it robs you of your most precious resource: sleep.

[@TheSpinery]

I agree. Sleep is the most important thing to get right. I hope this video helped🙂.

[@nomansvan827]

Check out Dr Bergs UTube on restless legs

[@bhavyasrivastava8072]

I do wrap tightly my legs with pantyhose it helps alot..

[@vinaypalwe]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5OxhKCAbrxkqLc This cured it for me just try it no joke has great benefits

[@kyleglassford445]

Try smoking weed

[@springsogourne]

I suffered from this for years. During Covid I changed my diet completely and no longer have ANY symptoms. I gave up sugar and most carbohydrates from my diet. I eat one meal per day. I’m 62. I can’t believe how much better I feel - more energy, I sleep well now, my mind seems sharper.

[@harishmani4978]

After giving up sugar, how long it took for results?

[@springsogourne]

@@harishmani4978 about two weeks

[@plarkin6433]

@Spring Sogourne, Ive done a lot of research about Non Celiac Gluten Sensitivity and it causes many things including having to have the gall bladder removed. FYI God Bless You

[@pjtfd3849]

Are you male or female? Just wondering if gender vs “treatment” is an issue. Like maybe women require supplements more, or men are affected by diet etc

[@springsogourne]

@@pjtfd3849 female

[@jaeljade3609]

I cried watching this. I've suffered for so long with this. I wear holes in my sheet's from not being able to stop the movement. I will try everything you said, what harm could it do. I refuse to take more drugs that don't work or have side effects. You seem like such a nice, caring person. Thank you for this video and to my friend who sent it to me.

[@karlackdamack4238]

I feel your pain. I'm 56 and have dealt with RLS since my early 30's. They at times drive me crazy. I am literally going to try everything he mentioned...at least that I can afford. I'm not sure how much the compression outfits cost. I wish you well.

[@lailakoper3644]

I read about frankincense oil that’s good for pain or discomfort . I bought it from vitality extracts. A lot of people said it really works. I was skeptical first but one lady said if it’s good enough for Jesus it’s good enough for her!

[@edziuhersthey2313]

Jael Jade: Please let us know how these work for you. 20plus years ago I used to go to Canada few times a year and we would go to a pharmacy and see other Michiganders in line buying quinine for their leg cramps. They swore it worked.

[@elizabethbruce1211]

Magnesium spray it on your legs before bed ,and I take one quinine a day , ,after years of suffering these have helped 100%

[@sue769]

Please everyone, do yourselves a favour and ask your doctors for either: pregabalin, gabapentin or gabapentin enarcarbil. These medications have been scientifically proven to work well for most people, without a big risk of side effects. I would not advise taking the other medications that deal with this called dopamine agonists. These come with a high risk of augmentation (a problem where the medicine can eventually make the problem much worse) I am advising this as a qualified nurse but also as a sufferer (ex sufferer now!) of (was severe) restless legs. I take 100mg of pregabalin (branded 'lyrica') and problem solved! No more restless legs!

[@Desertviews-y5x]

Best discussion on restless legs I've seen. Just honest, straight talk. Very refreshing.

[@pjtfd3849]

You are making me cry! Someone who cares about us. All the drs I’ve told, kinda just look at me………

[@marciacummings]

I've suffered from restless leg syndrome and periodic limb movement since my very early twenties and I'm 72 now. It has severely affected my sleep for years. I've found that three things seem to make it much worse. 1) If I have roo much salt that day, it will definitely trigger it. 2) If my legs are confined at all such as sitting in a movie theater or on an airplane or as a passenger in a car. 3) This is an embarrassing one, but if it helps anyone else I'm willing to share it. If I don't empty my bladder completely before going to bed, within a short time after going to bed or sleep, I will begin to feel almost like a tickle in my urethra and it's as if it immediately triggers a nerve near there and then the restless legs start right up. When I get up and empty my bladder, even if it's just the tiniest amount, the restless legs stop and I can go back to sleep. I know it sounds crazy, but it does seem to me that it's that nerve being triggered that seems to bring it on. This condition is beyond annoying and being so sleep deprived makes getting through each day extremely difficult. Most doctors just look at you like you're nuts, but it's getting better now with doctors being more familiar with it. I do take a Magnesium Glycinate capsule before bed. Good luck to all of you trying to cope with this, and if my comment (although embarrassing) helps even one person, then I will be happy. ❤

[@suziepeck5717]

How many milligrams of magnesium glycinate?

[@IvanEarache]

I have exactly the same thing. If there is any urine in my bladdet my legs will not settle. And like you, even if it's only a couple of drips I'll get relief. It's weird

[@cannotbeshaken7889]

Tonight when I got RLS I pinched really hard between my big toe and second toe for over a minute. It made my RLS go away. I'm in such shock that I had to get up and tell people. It was something I heard from someone, and thought it would never work. But it did! I've been looking for relief for 17 years!!

[@gaylemcglone8983]

Hi Cannot be shaken! I tried this 2 nights ago!! WOW, It actually works. I’m going to tell EVERYONE. Thank you 🙏🏻

[@RST_101]

I am in the middle of the night, going nuts due to this shitty rls, and I would give it a try right now.

[@cannotbeshaken7889]

@@RST_101 Did it work for you? The first and second night it worked for me. But the third night I tried it, it didn't work. But ever since the fourth night, I haven't gotten RLS again. I have no idea what made it go away. I was trying too many things all at once, so now I don't know which one of them is working.

[@kerrijohnstone7588]

I just did this and it worked THANK YOU!!!!

[@cannotbeshaken7889]

@ladyleaner Yes, go back far enough to where your pinching 1/2 to 1 inch of thickness. You will feel your fingers going between the two bones a little. 😊 Sometimes it works, and sometimes it doesn't.

[@sherijacobsen1077]

Thanks for making this video! I love that you were so compassionate with the guy on the plane. I also have experienced RLS flying several times and it is miserable because of the cramped quarters! What a lucky guy to have you on the plane with him!!

[@JodiSue-ot1px]

I fly often and it’s terrible! I have so much stress and dread before I leave. Because I know it’s going to be horrible and I can’t just pace the isle or constantly stand up. Worst part is if someone is next to you. I have to constantly reposition and rub hard on my legs. I sometimes cry silently and am so desperate for it to stop. Nothing helps.

[@Beside.]

@@JodiSue-ot1px i

[@RomayPM]

Oh flying with RLS is the pits

[@Jim-bh7gs]

The guy was next to him, just for his own sake he'd help. Lucky indeed.

[@yvonnerahui8729]

​@@JodiSue-ot1px..this sounds awful for you & a few others. Have you ever considered asking your doctor for anxiety sedative like Lorazapam.. 1mg tablet will take the edge off before you go to airport then another 3- 4 hrs later.. half hr before you board the plane.

[@j76384]

For everyone suffering, try this: Pigeon pose 5 mins Pinch/squeeze toes Dry brush legs 5 mins

[@lynnboyd1385]

I have had RLS for years and a sales person in one of the earliest Vitamin stores ever, told me to take B 12. It takes care of it 100 percent about 98 percent of the time. A couple times I had to get out of bed and walk around. I always make sure I have B12 with me. It takes about 15 to 30 minutes but that is nothing compared to what I used to go through walking for hours all hours of the night, etc. Thank you so much for your podcast. It is exactly what I was looking for and I now have a much better understanding of RLS and more NATURAL ways to control it.

[@omjaan5882]

I have found lying with legs up the wall for twenty mins before bed is really helpful...along with magnesium 💚

[@oscarl.3563]

Magnesium works together with b-1. Rls might be a vitamin b deficiency.

[@TheEmster2011]

I take Magnesium Malate at night after soaking in a hot bath with epsom salts.

[@kathyvenable8793]

I used to have restless leg syndrome in late 1990s. Had had two back surgeries prior to it starting. But it eventually went away. During last year it came back with vengeance. Started at dark and would go away at daybreak. No sleep til day light. I tried everything. Magnesium, potassium, b12, requip given by my neurologist. Last week, I decided to eliminate things out of my diet. First thing to go, Coke Zero. Bingo. Haven’t had any restless legs since. I loved Coke Zero and was drinking way to much I’m sure everyone is different but maybe try this elimination thing. This life with RLS is pure misery.

[@anitaevans5361]

I use magnesium chloride topically along with magnesium supplements, it's made a world of difference

[@lawrencelevine2447]

spray ⁠@@anitaevans5361#metoo.

[@googoo554]

You are so kind to take the time and trouble to do this video to help others. Thank you so much it is truly appreciated😀

[@TheSpinery]

Thanks for your kind comment!

[@MrArtisticGuy]

I'm a life long sufferer from RLS as well. As a very athletically active person, I have found that its often related to the post exercise tightness of muscles ( hamstring and gluts ) pulling on the lower spine and creating a mild irritation on the nerves that feed the lower body. Usually after sustained long days of sports. The brain is sensing that its the legs but its reacting to the nerves from the legs being squeezed by the tight muscles pulling the vertebra tight and punching the nerves that feed the legs. My RLS twitchiness is my brain interpreting a signal from the leg nerves and moves them in response, trying to relieve the pressure on the nerves though it is actually coming from the sciatic ( SI) area as those nerves pass through that bottle neck of pressure at the SI joint. Inflammation or dehydration also cause the same issue. Over doses of Sugar often makes it worse though it feels slightly different. After a full day of fitness , when the RLS is driving me crazy, I often just get up out of bed and stretch the hamstrings and gluts for 5 minutes and it gives me enough relief to get to sleep before it tightens up again. My partner reports that the twitching eventually comes back and happens about once every minute or so until I go into deep REM sleep and my brain turns of the neurological impulses to the rest of the body. Stretch, hydrate, take your electrolyte or essential minerals supplements, avoid excess sugar, and good luck. I've been meaning to try Iron as I have heard that helps.

[@traceybanting3952]

Iron definitely helps. I think it’s why women in their final trimester struggle with RSL, as babies take what they need, to the detriment of mothers to be. Try it, it’s amazingly helpful, I promise. As for me, whilst iron helps, magnesium and soap in the bed are my takeaways from this excellent video.

[@Geno20916]

Take iron tablets and vitamin B1. Thank me later.

[@maureenharrison6877]

Magnesium got rid off mean straight away never had it for four years now .

[@maureenharrison6877]

Mine that should be

[@s.parker9269]

I have often thought that my RLS was somehow related to my lower spine as well! Deep long stretching of my legs helps significantly as well as lower back, sciatic nerve stretches! Glad to hear someone else has made this connection!

[@BadChizzle]

Off topic… you’re smile is a Dr. in itself. Thank you!!

[@ensignj3242]

I was diagnosed with restless leg. Turns out, it was my hip being out of place. Yoga and massage helped. It’s almost fixed.

[@johangouws8855]

Only experience it at night when in bed, I found relief in using a heat pack on my legs. Tonic water seems to be doing the trick as well.

[@conniemcdonald4678]

I feel it in the back of my hip too. Stenosis and a forward pitch in the lower spine

[@anne-mariemoore]

4 cancers in 4 years at 43. The chemo caused really painful bones in my legs and restless legs. I no longer have my lymph nodes in my upper legs and pelvic area, so that probably doesnt help. I struggle to sleep most nights and it's 00:45 here now. Been walking about because my legs are driving me insane! Glad I found this video. Am away to go get a fresh bar of Dove out the cabinet! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🥰🙏

[@flnance]

❤

[@Gadamtieli]

I have this problem too. I take marijuana before bed and then I sleep better 😒

[@sue769]

Please you guys, do yourselves a huge favour and take either pregabalin (75mg and upwards at night) or gabapentin, or gabapentin enarcarbil. These medications are scientifically proven to work beyond doubt and are now the medical 'gold standard' or number 1 medication of choice for this problem. The vast majority of people don't suffer side effects with these meds and the risk of augmentation is very low indeed (augmentation is where taking a certain medication could make the problem worse, beware the 'dopamine agonist ' type medications because they have a higher risk of augmentation). I have quite severe restless legs and I now take pregabalin 100mg at night, with no side effects, and it has 100 per cent taken the problem away. The soap under the bed is just a placebo effect, in other words, if you believe it works, it just might! Or 'mind over matter'. I speak to you as a registered nurse but also as a restless legs sufferer.

[@davegordon6943]

@@sue769 makes mine worse

[@sue769]

@Dave Gordon I'm sorry to hear that Dave. I guess any medication can and will prove to be a nightmare for someone. I hope you find the solution that works for you 🙏

[@walterhigo7658]

Here is what worked for me: I do stretching excersices working every muscle on my legs. I make sure I really strech, to the point where my legs feel tired. I then take a bath to relax, and this does the trick.

[@karenoogjenbiserni1201]

That's a very mild case, said me, as I pirouette across the bedroom floor!!! Argh!!!!

[@Jode111]

same with me

[@bobboscarato1313]

@@karenoogjenbiserni1201 Take a Vitamin B Complex. No sugars; I have a mild cup of coffee but that may be a trigger!

[@RomayPM]

​@@karenoogjenbiserni1201😂🤣😂🤣😂 I shouldn't laugh

[@lucillekean7035]

Well I have had leg cramps since I was a child , my mother said they were growing pains , but these have become more painful ,I will try your advice ,I am 90+years of age I think I deserve some relief. Thank you.

[@paulrichards2365]

I had RLS for decades, recently my GP prescribed Appese, or ropinirole 0.5 containing hydrochloride 0.5. Wow! The first night I took this tiny tablet I had NO problem with RLS. I have just finished a packet of 28 tablets and not one hint of RLS. It was like magic. It remains to be seen if this keeps up forever, but so far, really incredible.

[@BarbaraHaskins-dz4xq]

I take 3- 2mg ropinorole per night. First and only med I have been on for 20 years. I was told by my GP that you can increase the amount without harm.

[@daisy7141]

In 1996 I had my gallbladder removed laparoscopically. I was under anesthesia two hours longer then they had estimated. I think it was 8 hours, not sure. I had restless leg syndrome for two weeks post surgery. PRAYING it would go away. It was horrible. My prayers worked!

[@wilson0213]

Praying doesn’t do anything

[@daisy7141]

@@wilson0213 Maybe not for you, but you can't speak for others. When I hit rock bottom, I discovered God was the Rock at the bottom.

[@wilson0213]

@@daisy7141 I can because it’s all anecdotal. There’s no proof prayer works and never has

[@daisy7141]

@wilson0213 I don't have to prove anything to you. I have experienced the results, you have not.

[@wilson0213]

@@daisy7141 Exactly, anecdotal. Someone could say they experienced Allah, or Zeus, or Thor. Good for you, doesn't make it real. It's not practical for anyone objectively

[@nikkistahr7105]

OMGNESSS i tried the SOAP!!! White Dove bar of soap, i tied it to my leg with a scarf while i slept...key word slept, within 1.5 hour of application and some hylands restful legs i was asleep. The restful legs i was taking beforehand and it helped take the ege off of the horrible sensations but adding the soap was a game changer..thank you

[@TheSpinery]

Thanks for the this comment Nikki. It brightened my day to hear about your success! - Lawrence

[@infinixx650c7]

i tied my leg with scarf...and it's works... Don't need any bar soap

[@dustersinternational221]

I have a bar of sandlewood soap 😂I scratch it to release the scent.. Also keeping up iron foods and other tips people put up on here... 🍌Plus massage, exercise, omega in linseed flaxseed mixed in porridge

[@luciariojas9330]

Nikki but How do I use the bar soap with a scarf

[@lisaconfetti7396]

Just put a bar of any kind soap under your fitted sheet near your leg/ feet. I think it's the magnesium in the soap that does it. It works, it's amazing, even though it sounds completely crazy!

[@susankromer4430]

Soap worked for me. I’ve been using this trick for years now and it worked for me from day one. Thanks for an interesting video. I never heard this problem discussed before.

[@kimalonzo3363]

What exactly do you do with it?

[@Ladynipchick2]

Which type of soap? Will Pears soap do it??? X

[@icecreamladydriver1606]

@@Ladynipchick2 Irish Spring is best but they say any bar soap.

[@ibrahiymghany9928]

im 39 and I've had this for as long as I can be remember. I hit my legs so hard that my left leg lost some feelings. this video was so helpful as the symptoms become worst when i have soft drinks or stuff high in sugar. thanks doctor & keep up the good work. u r truly a blessing. (:-)

[@restaurantkare4590]

Have nuts (cashew, almonds, hazelnuts, peanuts, etc.). Problem solved. Worked for me.

[@tj9382]

Ibrahiym Ghany Hi, yes sugary drinks and food also triggers it in me too.

[@leoanhermon]

@@restaurantkare4590 Really?

[@Jode111]

@@leoanhermon almonds, walnuts and cashews has magnesium, perhaps thats why

[@oscarl.3563]

Sugar requires a ton of b-vitamin to turn into energy, so it depletes your b-vitamins. I believe rls is a b-vitamin deficiency, the spinery mentioned B9, I had thought B1 but they all work together.

[@BLUESKY10X]

As a 30 yr multidisciplinary scientist, this is the best RLS video or paper I have ever seen

[@Pixiedusttina]

This video has been a gift to discover. I just placed the soap in the sheets. I hope it works. I have RLS severely. I have suffered from this since childhood and I am 52 now. Im on two seizure medicines and a medicine that is for RLS/Parkinson's. , & antidepressants. I get very little sleep and i flip and flop around like a goldfish out of water.

[@christopherpaysse9336]

Thank you! I can't wait to tell a friend of mine about this video. He has been suffering with RLS for a long time.

[@Isa-qh3ue]

Hi Christopher tell your friend to ask his doctor for a medication called procyclidine it completely gets rid of RLS

[@suziepeck5717]

​@@Isa-qh3ueany side effects of that medication? Does it stop work working ever?

[@luv1another]

I suffered this for a few years and when I was in my third trimester it was the worst ever. My OB said it was anxiety or stress and it was all in my head. A couple years later I mentioned this to my family practice MD and he said its probably low iron. Well I thought yeah right he is just blowing me off and doesnt want to prescribe anything for it. I tried iron supplement for a few days maybe a week and it worked !! I was never severely anemic but always in the low iron range and all the doctors said my iron was in the normal but just being in the low normal range brought on this awful restless leg syndrome. I was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis a few years after that and it all makes sense now. RA chronic inflammation uses up your iron stores and therefore iron deficiency.

[@oscarl.3563]

Try a carnivore diet to reverse RA.

[@i.ehrenfest349]

So from what I understand, your blood level of iron may be normal, but that doesn’t mean the iron level in the brain is sufficient.

[@sushisuzanne99]

I’ve been researching for three years and seeking help for my six year old daughter who I believe has RLS. Sue does have a lower level of Ferritin. I am working in her diet. I appreciate this video. So frustrating as a Mom and and nurse as many people do not know what to think as well as it’s so under diagnosed in children. Are you willing to let me send you some videos? Desperate for sleep! Both of us!!

[@oscarl.3563]

Give her a megadose of b-1, along with magnesium and a vitamin-b complex. I'm guessing your daughter likes sweets or eat a lot of carbs, say rice, bread or pasta? Protein and fat are vitamin b-sparing. While sugar and carbs deplete them. So the body responds by shutting down the leg muscles a little bit, or anything it can to save energy. If vitamin b works, it's pretty much a given that her diet is the cause of her rls. Giving her more fat meat and less carbs would be a long-term solution so that it doesn't come back once you've resolved it. Someone mentioned iron supplements helped. The spinery mentioned b-9. Could be anything but replenishing the B vitamins is worth a try. Try nutritionist Elliot Overtun to learn about megadosing b-1.

[@sushisuzanne99]

@@oscarl.3563 thank you so much for your time! I will seek out guidance about the B-vitamins. She does love carbs and white foods but she’s had issues with constipation did now we have a higher fiber, low dairy and limit sugar diet. I’ve been supplementing with magnesium but not b vitamins. She does get a regular multivitamin with omega.

[@oscarl.3563]

@@sushisuzanne99 Before modern times, humans ate 80% animal products for over two million years. That's meat and milk. So that's what I would recommend anyone. There is no need for any supplements if you eat like that, but since we've parted from our natural diet people fall ill. All plants contain toxins to defend themselves from being eaten, when we eat plant-foods the body has to work hard to neutralize all the toxins. Fiber can't be digested, it is an inedible part of plants. The less fiber the better. The best thing for the stomach is meat and fats - almost all of it is absorbed. Try having only meat and fat for a day and see how your digestion is, I guarantee you will feel just fine.

[@everevolving286]

@@sushisuzanne99 magnesium helps with constipation. It's tough trying to raise the iron but that doesn't always fix it either I hope you find an answer soon I would suggest taking magnesium also because that will help with the constipation avoid sugar simply avoid sugar and dairy if you can for a while see if that makes a difference it's usually food allergy also.

[@thomascarr1392]

Ketovore cured mine within a month, or even better go carnivore to cure most things with the body

[@treloarw]

I’m 42 with severe RLS and I started taking ropinerole, a dopamine promoter, about 5 years ago and it works great. I do believe it’s genetic. My mom has it and I remember feeling the symptoms of it as early as 10 or 12. Was very occasional when I was stuck in back seat of family car for multiple hours on a trip. But it wasn’t all of the time. Didn’t start to become a problem until I was mid twenties. Got a worse and worse as I went through my thirties until finally I went to a neurologist because I couldn’t even sit down to watch a movie anymore.

[@berylwatts3647]

I used a dopamine agonist for many years, prescribed by a neurologist. It is similar to what you are using. Sadly, after 6 years restless legs returned. I had reached that stage in the treatment, where augmentation occurs. Augmentation is when the medication begins to fail, and worse, begins to CAUSE those very symptoms it should be treating. I'm not trying to upset you with this, but nearly everyone reaches that stage. This treatment is no longer the front line treatment for restless legs. I've been trying to give up my medication, but the withdrawal symptoms are truly awful. I joined a forum called Heath Unlocked, which supports and advises all people with Restless Leg Syndrome. I truly hope you never have to suffer what I and thousands of other poor souls suffer from using this medication.i would suggest you Google Dopamine Agonist medication for restless legs, and read the latest research for the disease from the Mayo Clinic. I wish you well.

[@kofski]

​@@berylwatts3647Unfortunately the pharma complex still doesn't want you to know about it partly out of desperation for a better treatment in most cases. Every neuromodulatory medication should be used with the utmost caution and narrow supervision. Many patients don't even want to hear about it and disregard your concerns as lunacy or fear mongering....oh well...

[@kellieward7518]

I have severe restless legs and NONE the agonists or similar drugs help at all even on maximum doses.

[@treloarw]

@@kellieward7518 when trying them would you take doses before symptoms kicked in or after?

[@kellieward7518]

@@treloarw before. A couple hours before bedtime.

[@otterrivers3765]

I experience this all the time and the best way I could describe it is as if somebody was tickling your foot and your leg and you were unable to stop them or unable to move or do anything about it. It feels like that. In my case I go to sleep just fine but I wake up every few hours or less with this symptom and there's no way to stop it except to get up and pace around the house and do a bunch of squats and other exercises that make the muscles burn and then try to lay down and fall back asleep before the nuscle burn wears off.

[@beesmith9508]

I used to have to do that and finally got Ripinrole and I take half one at night.Within 30 mins my legs stop and I can sleep good.I get 5mg but split it n half.

[@katrinakbaugh]

Magnesium cream helps a lot

[@lora3796]

I use a pressure point strap and put it over the sore spots on my leg. It truly helps me with the RLS 🙏🏻

[@gartrek28]

I have had the misfortune of experiencing restless leg syndrome since I was a child. I was even violently kicking my legs. 😢 Fortunately, I cured them myself! I read that potassium cures leg cramps, so I decided to try a potassium/Magnesium supplement and my decades-long torture promptly STOPPED immediately!

[@ansieschlebusch9678]

A potato in bed apparently also works (same as the bar of soap).

[@Bacchibeatz]

@@ansieschlebusch9678what do u do with a potato? Or soap ?

[@kermitthefrog3632]

@@ansieschlebusch9678 Stop being stupid.

[@Jarg-d6l]

​@@ansieschlebusch9678this is absolute nonsense. I've tried it and it was as ridiculous as it sounds

[@alexgorron6470]

I watched my grandma and dad and all his brothers with the leg shaking, thought it was odd, until I started having intense leg burning at 9 yrs old and the only relief was shaking it. It's not any crawling sensation it's burning and micro spasms if I stop. Magnesium and potassium seems to help a lot.

[@katieharville6863]

Micro spasms is one of the best descriptions of the feeling.

[@lulunz6809]

Wow did the men in your family die young? Look up Fabry disease. Its a genetic problem that is inherited and effects men worse than women. Often the first sign in neuropathic problems in the feet. Its underdiagnosed but could be a lifesaver in families.

[@lulunz6809]

You can get the first symptoms in childhood. My sister is the same as you and has just got a diagnosis. I probably have it. Men are much more affected by the other issues it causes like serious kidney problems and cardiovascular problems. Early diagnosis is key.

[@xplzf]

Magnesium, Iron, Potassium, b12 Folate. Exercise(running), yoga(stretches), Epsom Salt Baths, and lastly, small dose of Valium.

[@allfortheking469]

Thank you so much dr. I will try the soap and get tonic water tomorrow and take it from there. The tip on the sitting is most helpful. I did not know that. It might just be that. I tend to sit on the bed for hours and work, but no more. I truly appreciate the time you took to share this. To be able to sleep normally is going to change my life in so many ways for the better. Blessings.

[@TheSpinery]

All the best - Lawrence

[@angiepez459]

My grandmother taught me the soap trick for leg cramps (40 years ago) but you gently put it against the leg that's bothering you most. Thanks for reminding me 👍

[@caroleberreur9585]

I bought magnesium in a spray. I had no idea it existed. It’s slightly greasy and I get a weird itchy cold feeling when sprayed (apparently means it’s working). It really helps the condition and symptoms for me.

[@BarbieHitsBack]

I’m thanking you in advance by liking your video… I just grabbed a bar of soap from my bathroom closet and I’m going to give it a try tonight. I’m exhausted from my restless legs and if it works then tomorrow I will be following your channel and sharing this video with everyone I know🙏🙏🙏

[@victoriahagopian1741]

EXELENT VIDEO thank you doctor very much. I'm soufring now for two weeks. And pain killers I don't like to use. I'm 68 y old And I remember my grandma in sud America drinking everyday tonic water...she said that's help her legs pain...we 🙄😊 can't believed. God bless you doctor. Thank you again. ❣️

[@TheSpinery]

Thanks for your kind comment!

[@reginawade7386]

@@TheSpinery Here it is 1 in morning RLS driving me in sane

[@orthodoxouwatje4632]

Yooo you're 69 now?

[@jeanenright3467]

I call it “ Early rigor mortis”. Only happens at night in bed, starts with numbness in the feet, pressure in the calves and general ache/ pain in both legs. I flex my toes up and down, get up and walk. Helps to sleep on my stomach with one leg bent up, but a bit hard on the face and neck. Magnesium has not helped. Being very active during the day is helpful, but not always possible. Now 78, had it for at least 15 years. Taking Ibuprofin lessens the pain, but I won’t be using it daily. I also have arthritis in my hips, hands. Will try the bar of soap, tonic water, and folate and compression socks maybe. I am tall, so often sitting with hips below the knees. Thanks for that too. Loved your cheerful, practical and informative presentation.

[@chuckredd9131]

Try using "Moringa "for your arthritis. Not real tasteful, I mix 1 teaspoon in with yogurt or anything to mask the taste. I use the power, but capsules are available. Make sure to get a good quality brand, bright green. The Dr. told me 4 years ago I need a knee replacement, still have the original. There re some good videos here on U-Tube about Moringa. It is a tree and you can actually eat the whole thing. It grows well in warm/hot climates.

[@SpineGevity]

Glad to find your channel. Great format. Great info. I'm learning a lot from you. Thank you. I especially appreciate that you include ergonomic, esoteric, and unconventional remedies.

[@myunknownland9272]

I just went off my vitamins as I had a medical procedure. I began to have the symptoms. I tried the soap between sheets. It works. Smart Irish!

[@imeldagallagher5639]

Thankyou so much..this explains to me everything I know I have bit could never find the words to describe it ..

[@estjunk]

Omg so nice of you to do this video for us even after a flight!!! Tysm I am watching this video because I can’t sleep due to restless arms and legs...almost in tears, BUT now I feel like I have hope... I don’t care how crazy it sounds I’ll sleep with a box of detergent under my bed if that helps...lol ty!!,

[@icecreamladydriver1606]

Actually a bar of Irish Spring soap under your bottom sheet has helped a lot of people.

[@moushunter]

Restless Leg Syndrome isn't limited to the legs. I have it in my shoulder. I took one of the prescription meds for a while and it seemed to work, but, the med made me fall asleep randomly even though I wasn't tired. One afternoon I came home from work and made a cup of tea. I sat down on a chair in my living room and picked up the hot tea to have a sip. Next thing I know it is 30 minutes later and I'm holding the now warm cup of tea inches from my lips. What if that happened while driving or 20 feet up a ladder at work? I have been drinking diet Tonic Water for years so apparently that isn't helpful...at least not long term. I still like it though. It is a refreshing thirst quencher. I've been living a Keto lifestyle for 4 years. I have used Arnica Gel and rubbed it into my shoulder and upper arm and that seems to help a little. Exercise seems to make it worse. My Dad used to get his leg going like a sewing machine. He mostly never realized he was doing it.

[@Cheathamforce5spspsp]

Man! Thank you for actually sharing. So glad to have this information.

[@cindyk459]

I've had RLS for most of my life. I usually get RLS at night when trying to go to sleep or wake up with it. I feel it mostly in my feet, and sometimes in my legs also. I discovered the association with sugar years ago, so I try not to eat sugar in the evening. My husband likes to have ice cream at night, and if I join him, I will pay the price later. The soap thing also seemed to help, seemed like it helped more if I could touch it with my feet. I was thinking that the sensation of feeling the soap with my feet redirected the nerve signals so that the RLS went away. Another thing that helps is to put Diclofenac Gel on the bottoms of my feet. Usually helps within a few minutes. I'm going to get some magnesium spray to try.

[@bikerchick444]

You are the best! My daughter and i both suffer from this...😢 Im so grateful ive found your website. Thank you, thank you!❤🌹

[@tomoakes5665]

I’m 67 yrs old and have fought RLS all of my life. Doctors don’t seem to understand that RLS is not just in the legs. I have symptoms in my arms and shoulders as much as in my legs. When I was younger it would wake me up so I would do 50 pushups and quick jump back in bed. That would help for a couple of hours, then I would wake up and repeat the pushups all night long. I think applying the pressure would help. If I could find a position where there was enough weight on my arms, it would greatly reduce the discomfort. At least enough to fall asleep. Any ideas about how I can manage it ?

[@marloc.7119]

Have you tried a weighted blanket?

[@susanspatz9501]

@@marloc.7119 I have tried a weighted blanket. It only helped the first night. Also soap only helped for 1 night.

[@markjauregui8138]

I hear everything you are saying, never thought the restless nights where caused from rls. The older I get the worse it gets, some nights I feel like my energy level could move mountains. No relief from anything I try. Then when I get to work my body's ready for bed.

[@susanspatz9501]

@@markjauregui8138My heart goes out to everybody that has to deal with restless leg syndrome. 1 in 10 people in the U.S. has it. Sometimes I will get into a hot bath when it gets real bad. I get the water as hot as possible and dip my head back into the water every few minutes for about a half hour, helps a lot of the time, but like everything else I try after awhile it doesnt work. I have had this little nightmare for over 35 years.

[@jayanolik1947]

@@markjauregui8138see your doctor about (Pramipexole)

[@elenatziortzi3647]

I tried the remedy with the bar of soap from curiosity, and IT WORKED!!!! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!!!

[@chloescarlet2109]

Sorry..may I know..how to use it.thank u

[@Shauna_BeeGee]

I have had this even in infancy and early childhood. I recently decided that traditional medications were no longer what I wanted to do. After having been without medication for 2 months and having very little sleep, I found my answer. I take magnesium, vitamin d, lactobacillus planers (sp?), and turmeric. Itbegan working the first night and hasn't stopped working.

[@kamallyons2035]

Brilliant doctor, my husband has been suffering with this condition, surely I will try this

[@pissyjo1213]

I have been suffering from RLS since my early 30s. I am 55 now. In my 40s I had a maze procedure done and for a year and a half my restless leg went away. Then it suddenly came back with a vengeance. I’m going to try the bar of soap. Thank you so much.

[@stevefurniss3811]

My leg is literally kicking by itself as im watchimg this. Definitely going to try some of these remedies. Thank you.

[@imeldagallagher5639]

I am going to try the bar of soap tonight.. Thanks from Donegal in.Ireland

[@jezdel6298]

Does the bar soap really work?

[@user-hk8gp7ui6s]

I remember as a little girl in church my mom would smack my legs and tell me to sit still. I couldn’t. Several things I do now and I’ll be 80 in a couple of years. I have cut out sugar and flour (at least MOST of the time), and I keep electrolytes at home. My nightly routine is Hyland’s Restful Legs PM and dissolve under the tongue. Then I use essential oil mixed with MCT oil and rub my calves and the bottoms of my feet. Aroma Touch with DoTERRA is one and Soothing Massage from Revive is a little cheaper but works well. If I’m still struggling after 30 mins or so, I get up and take a scoop of electrolytes in an 8 oz water container. I only drink about half and it really relaxes me. We’re all different but I hope this helps some of you.

[@patrickfee1122]

I have found that Tiger Balm rubbed into the back of the knees and legs lightly wrapped with a tensor bandage gives almost immediate relief. Do not skimp on the amount of tiger balm used. The tensor bandage is only to keep the tiger balm from rubbing off and not to apply pressure to the legs.

[@Annx70s]

Email oil works for some

[@AZB0016]

this guy is underrated HE knows his stuff THX

[@TheSpinery]

Thanks Ashen!

[@AZB0016]

@@TheSpinery you da best

[@vinaypalwe]

@@AZB0016 kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5OxhKCAbrxkqLc This cured it for me just try it no joke has great benefits Share this too!

[@lolaj6488]

Thank you for your info. I want to let people know that if you have the medical problem of low platelets count you SHOULD NOT drink any Quinine. My son had this condition and was told to be cautious and check everything he drinks to make sure not to ingest quinine

[@TheSpinery]

Thanks for sharing.

[@tulipsontheorgan]

hmmm.....

[@berylwatts3647]

I have tried many of the⁹p remedies you talk about, but sadly, none of them have worked for me. Ive had iron infusions too. I havent tried vitamin B9 and will give that a go. People with RL are usually deficient in all the B vitamins, B1 also. Thanks again for your supportive and gentle approach. I wish doctors in the UK would be so helpful.

[@cate4057]

Soap worked for me!

[@shaikhmahum2599]

Please tell me name of soap or any general soap?

[@cate4057]

Any general soap, in addition to a quality magnesium supplement and leg exercises, finally got mine under control. No drugs!

[@carolyng.6405]

I have been dealing with RLS for over half my life. Sometimes it occurs in my arms as well. I have 3 “go to” remedies that work most of the time. First is a homeopathic medicine called “Restful Legs”. The other remedies are topicals. One is a salve I make with cannabis flowers that have a decent percentage of CBD and some THC. I cook the flower in coconut oil and strain. Very simple and easy to use. Apply generously! The other topical is Topricin which is basically an arnica lotion. I will try the bar of soap tonight.

[@Gadamtieli]

I have this problem too. I take marijuana before bed and then I sleep better

[@i.ehrenfest349]

Did the bar of soap work?

[@johnjensen5753]

I had a little fall going on two weeks now. Landed on the carpet, on one knee. It was more of a sliding motion versus a bang! Little sore, but no biggie. About three days latter the leg got really sore and by the fifth day the pain was unbearable. I went to the emergency room, I thought I might have a clot. The leg was terribly swollen and hot and red. Cellulitis, can you say pain? I was given an anti biotic and some pain meds and told to follow up with with my doctor. Also, X-ray and ultrasound both were good. At my doctors yesterday, he had the nurse wrap it, which had some type of medicine. Oh it felt so good! Cooling and helped the pain. For the last two nights I have had restless leg in that leg only. Don’t know if it’s due to the wrap (it’s not too tight) or the meds or just my luck! Here I am unable to sleep, maybe I’ll go get a bar of soap and try that. Thank you SO much for all the great information. Your new limping friend...Karen😢

[@artport7]

Thank you so much for this video... I am going to try these things... I am really suffering with this debilitating condition.

[@natka2159]

THE best video on RLS out there. Thanking you for focusing on alternatives to pills.

[@vinaypalwe]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5OxhKCAbrxkqLc This cured it for me just try it no joke has great benefits Share this too! This is the best video

[@phubblewubbphubblewubb]

It's not limited to the legs in some people, I am one of these, it can affect my whole body so I am hopeful of this info. I've tried everything you mention including making my own tonic water but the bar of soap is a new one on me, I'll try anything!!

[@OneHappyOma]

For me, all but 2nd of the five symptoms apply to me. My restless behavior is due to my ADHD. I've never noticed it brought on by periods of inactivity. What happens to me is, if there is a stressful situation I am going through, the chances are very high I would have restless leg. This is not uncommon. This disorder is definitely due to genetics in my case. Both parents, all siblings, and all of our children. 3 generations effected so far in my family. My dad suffered terribly without a diagnosis, (there was none), until after his death. I suffered for 2-3 years before the disorder was identified and certain drugs were able to help it. Before that, I was constantly prescribed sedatives. All those did were knock me out in my head but my body kept on moving. Falling down the stairs was always a concern. I now take gabapentin and for the most part, I have a lot of RLS free nights. It is an absolutely horrible disorder to have, and there are many different levels as far as severity.

[@wendymartinez1961]

Hi I just started Gabapentin, may I ask how is that working for you after taking it for a while , please I need hope please .Thank you 😊

[@jadecoley]

The bar of soap works . I also rub the dry bar of soap on my legs. Thanks, fantastic video. And welcome to Ireland 💚🤍💛

[@TheSpinery]

Awesome! Thank you for your comment💚🤍💛! - Lawrence

[@leoanhermon]

That's exactly what I just did, first time with the soap in my bed and on my legs, let's see if it works!

[@kwlovesb]

Dill pickle juice also sometimes helps. Neither soap, magnesium, folate, nor iron work for me. I will try the tonic water and look into your positional advice r.e. sitting. Thanks!

[@kristinae.7084]

Pickle juice is the only thing I have found so far that helps me! It's so weird, but it does help :)

[@bobboscarato1313]

@@kristinae.7084 Try B1+B6+B12 in am. no sugars.

[@dida079]

My husband had another back injury at work and after this time he is now experiencing all the symptoms of RLS. He is so frustrated because he has never felt these pains and sensations before. I'm also thinking trauma can start it. We are still going through tests. Lower MRI and CT showed nothing. He is waiting on clearance for Upper cervical and thoracic MRI. I will show him this video and hope he see's some relief. Thank you.

[@judymoorehead3046]

I had RLS for many years. My nephrologist felt that once my iron levels were increased to the normal levels, it would ease. And 6 years later, with normal levels, the RLS has disappeared. .

[@akeleven]

I first experienced restless legs in the '80s. My doctor put me on quinine. It worked for my restless legs but it made a mess out of my stomach. Taking pills before going to bed at night. I thought then and still suspect that caffeine is part of the problem. I love Iced tea. So hard to find that that small comfort is something I have to give up.

[@xwinglover]

I agree. They have mentioned caffeine as a likely contributor. BUT I love my black coffee. I only have 1 or 2 in the morning and I stop by 9am. I used to have 5 to 6 a day a few years ago and could sleep and had no RLS symptoms. As I age (now 48), I am forced to eat more natural, healthy balanced diet, almost no sugar, take supplements, don't drink alcohol much (maybe 1-2 a week at most), reduce coffee (which hurts the most), and I even workout at the gym up to 2 hours per day. Even then I still suffer some nights quite terribly, but with some nights of relief when following this consistently. Too much caffeine, or sugar, and my night is ruined. I guess aging is what it is.

[@kd8663]

So many doctors tell me to take an antihistamine to sleep with RLS, when many reports seem to point to antihistamines as a trigger of RLS. It really goes to show how misunderstood this relatively common ailment is. I've tried supplements and I'm on a very anti-inflammatory diet due to lupus, used massage and compression, but nothing worked as well as the soap. I'd love to know why it works so well. Maybe we'll understand in time.

[@JodiSue-ot1px]

Nyquill, Benadryl and anything that has an antihistamine in it triggers mine. I have to use non drowsy in anything that I take. Benadryl is used in the hospital to help patients sleep. And works great for me. 2 Benadryl knock me out cold. But trigger my legs. Took many many years to figure that out. Really sucks having RLS

[@ab-jx6xi]

It makes it worse. Take magnesium

[@BriBrizh]

Watching you for the first time. Love you already 🤩 TYSM!!!

[@TheSpinery]

Thanks for your kind comment!

[@sharonbohannon1219]

It’s interesting that you haven’t learned that it can come from the need for vitamin B1. Also most of us are low in potassium, which we need more than most of us realize. I take nutritional yeast for B vitamins and we need lots of green vegetables for the potassium!

[@moonmagnolia7]

Dr. Eric Burg has a video that states this too. It’s caused by low B1, which is nutritional yeast is the best source. Good job for figuring this out.

[@WaningGibbous]

I've had it all my life. It's worse now as I get older, likeit'ss in my hips. First, it was only in my right leg, and now it's in both legs. The urge is so strong to stretch, about every 13 seconds.

[@pjtfd3849]

Yes in the hips and lower back even. If I pay attention, I can catch it when it starts up in my lower back, before it gets to my legs. Just walk…….

[@gabrielmiller7435]

My doctor prescribed pramipexole-as long as I take it an hour before bed it works, no side effects. And it’s relatively inexpensive.

[@Faro1]

wonderful video will try all of your recommendations, cheers

[@faithbasedmotivational]

Thank you doctor. May God bless you for sharing these methods for relief.

[@TheSpinery]

So nice of you

[@kristineanderson4983]

What a great video! Love your personality and tips. I take gabapentin, but have been able to cut way down over the years. My dad had RLS too. I subscribed -- must hear more of what you have to say! Sure wish I could get that seat cushion, but I only get Social Security now. I'm in an electric wheelchair because of severe back injury. 🤪

[@susanmetz9892]

I was very anemic for quite a few years. My doctor started giving my iron infusions to get my levels up to normal. Once that happened , my RLS went away.

[@Mary-fn5rl]

Never associated being anemic and rls. On a Parkinson drugand isworking well feels like worms in knees and just found out constipation and sleep apnea are related to parkinsons as well.

[@Zainab2022..]

For how long did u take the iron tablets?

[@janicemiller6518]

Many many people have sworn by the bar soap I think it has to do with electrical impulses and the neutralizing effect of the soap

[@turbosupra2jzdragracingtob249]

I describe mine RLS as a claustrophobic anxiety panic attack feeling that has uncontrollable kicking of the legs usually while laying down or sitting a long time. Iron supplements help me but I had low red blood cell count. For inflammation I suggest a food sensitivity test and learn what triggers your inflammatory issues which will be different for everyone. Inflammatory disease patients should look at PMG therapy to introduce a new target for the antibodies so these antibodies relax attacking one’s on cells/organs.

[@mildredlundgren7027]

Have chronic RLS for a decade. Soap didn't work...nor tonic water....currently on meds but the side effects are scarey so now that ive had 4 years of pretty dacent sleep its time to come off meds....trying acupuncture and massage just now and slowly coming off the meds. But I think u nailed it for me....I got an AHA moment! The sugar! My sugar consumption. Also a scarey alternative to try to reduce that.....I will try. Thanks again!

[@karlackdamack4238]

I just came off my RLS pills this week and it has been terrible for me. I've severely limited my sugar intake a while ago but I'm still having issues that just make trying to relax or sleep miserable. I see your post is two years old....how are you doing off the meds? I'm trying to get into an acupuncturist to see if that helps.

[@elisabethlafontaine8979]

RLS was really bad for me when I was on a night flight and couldn’t move much. So, I cut out all sugar and carbs on the day of the flight. Had a good meat and veggie dinner before flying and went to sleep as soon as I was settled. I get an aisle seat and can move if i have to - but with this regimen I don’t get RLS on flights. Will add tonic water next time - thanks!

[@biolounge]

Iron deficiency is a pretty well established cause. This also likely explains the higher prevalence in women. The latest thinking among sleep medicine doctors is to target a serum ferritin to 75 before rulling out iron deficiency as a possible cause. One proposed mechanism is that iron is a substrate for dopamine synthesis

[@mindymay3]

Thank goodness for your post, since it's the only one that isn't bonkers! You are spot on about Ferritin and dopamine. And soap in your bed??? lol!

[@Beautiful_soul999]

@@mindymay3 where can I get ferritin from? Please and thank you!

[@mindymay3]

@@Beautiful_soul999 You can't get ferritin anywhere, it's something your body produces. But if you test low, you can be treated with Iron supplements. Make sure you go to a doctor who is RLS-savvy.

[@roxyiconoclast]

@@Beautiful_soul999 ferritin is just a type of stored iron in your body. Your GP can test your blood for ferritin level (not the same as low iron overall). To boost your ferritin level, you just need to take iron supplements (but ask your doctor to test your ferritin level once a year at least, as high iron poses some health risks). Iron supplements can cause constipation or other GI upset, so some trial and error may be needed. This is one brand I have used: Solgar Gentle Iron. It takes a while (maybe a few months) for your ferritin to build to the right level to prevent RLS. Good luck!

[@jo-penford]

Thank you for your video. Iv had RLS since I was 25, but didn't know what was causing it. On looking back I realise mum had it as well. In 2000 I was put on 3600mgs of gabapentin after a back injury and the RLS got worse. 17 yrs later i was cold turkey taken off 5 pain meds including diazepam, opoids and my legs have gone ridiculously bad with severe jerking, like a sideways weaving type motion. If i try to keep my legs still the most i can do is 4 seconds of not moving them until i feel like they are going to combust on the spot. Im now able to go longer periods of without the jerking now, it becomes worse in mornings and at nighttime . Is this a part of akathisia ? Iv had 18 months of that since being taken off pain meds. It's very much part of withdrawal from certain medications. Its strange how gabapentin actually made my RLS alot worse. Drs don't seem to know much about side effects of gabapentin. After being on it for 19 yrs i could write a book on the horror of it.

[@Hgee857]

did you ever find any relief whatsoever?

[@jo-penford]

@@Hgee857 No I havent. Theres 1000s of people in my support group going through same very severe RLS that have been withdrawn from benzodiazepines and gabapentin ... im going to get a bar of soap right now and pt it in between sheets. I will most definitely let you know if this works, thank you so so much

[@TheSpinery]

@@jo-penford How did the soap work?

[@mamsylabelle]

‘Until I feel like they are going to combust on the spot’ is really what it feels like. I hope you have found a remedy.

[@jo-penford]

@@TheSpinery It's dídnt work for me sadly.

[@diannes3804]

I’ve had this since my teen years, and have gone down the drug road to control. I still take a low dose of Elavil, which seems to help, although not resolve the problem. Truthfully, the best thing I’ve discovered is taking a very hot bath. I’ve gotten into the bath at 1:00 in the morning for about 15 minutes, and once I return to bed, I immediately fall asleep. After almost 50 years of dealing with RLS, soaking my legs in very hot water (as hot as you can stand it, don’t burn yourself) solves the problem completely. Good luck to you all.

[@debramoss2267]

I have a condition called CRPS and I get the restless leg feeling all over my body. Thank you so much for this. I know Solar Flares and some strong full moons have a definite impact on increasing the sensation. Garlic, too is another. Melissa tea and Passiflora help me a great deal and keeping an eye on magnesium.

[@thekat268]

Garlic increases it? I've been taking "Heart Drops" that is mostly garlic juice. The RLS has increased

[@mellorheights]

Solar glares and strong full moons gave affected me and my whole family. I don't keep track of either but I find out after a bad night what has happened.

[@i.ehrenfest349]

So your cprs doesn’t manifest in pain, only in RLS? If it’s all over your body (mine is, too) it may be akathisia rather than RLS.

[@i.ehrenfest349]

And yes, full moons make it much much worse for me, too. So does changing weather. There’s an explanation for the latter one.

[@debramoss2267]

@@i.ehrenfest349 it's agonizing everywhere, this is just an electrocution on top of it all. Spasms increase which means my skin rubs on the bedsheets, too and I often seize up into a cramp that can be there for days, sometimes a couple of weeks over this last Summer. I get it internally too, throughout my abdomen. My friend recently passed from cancer throughout her chest up into her sternum and she didn't know was there, because the CRPS masked it. It's indescribable. Do you get fractures easily, too?

[@mayeerahbrits9160]

Thank you for sharing my friend. I can see the honesty of your advice

[@vanessajjjjj]

I took Alprazolam (first time) on a flight from Bangkok to Melbourne. Had the worst restless legs imaginable for 9 hours straight. I can’t take any anti-emetics or antihistamines. I’m taking Pregablin and it’s helping somewhat.

[@ancestorbackforthelasttime]

Omg I can’t imagine!! Hope you get relief

[@pjtfd3849]

That is Xanax, and it’s the only oral med that works for me. Our bodies are really weird things, eh?

[@i.ehrenfest349]

@@pjtfd3849yeah, that’s odd, Valium helps me, too

[@VivRob]

Should the soap be able to touch your skin? Or bar under fitted sheet? Thank you for the video, I’m going to try them all!👍

[@roberte9566]

Under the sheet works.

[@ronicruz4558]

4 am and finally going to sleep. You my friend are doing god's work! More then one way to fix my problem! Appreciate you sir!

[@joewittig2843]

Funny, 4 am mine turns off like clockwork too. WTH, it has a clock built in too?

[@lindacarlile2410]

I have restless body syndrome where the feeling continues through my legs and chest. One thing I've learned is how things like benadryl,vistoril and even phenergan really make it worse. I'm willing to try anything.

[@thekat268]

Order Padma from Amazon. Worked for me after 11 years of suffering.

[@cannotbeshaken7889]

When the RLS comes, take the foot that has it, and Pinch hard between your big toe and second toe and hold it for at least a full minute. This often works for me.

[@thekat268]

@@cannotbeshaken7889 wow! I will try this the next time it hits. Padma (herbs) will shut it off but recently I had to take some steroids and RLS turned on full blast and nothing turned it off. Padma only needs to be taken a few days before bed and it stops it for me for weeks or months. Thanks for the tip.

[@charlescoryn9614]

Perhaps someone has researched cannabis and has isolated that which works to eliminate the spasms, but from what I read above it doesn't work for everyone.........

[@DB200B]

Yes Phenergan made me have it too.

[@naylaadnan9197]

This actually worked for me.... thanks so much..

[@TheSpinery]

Glad to hear that it helped! - Lawrence

[@chrishawkins6796]

Just subscribed, best video for rls in my opinion so thanks alot your doing a great job

[@BWellXoxo]

May I make a simple and sweet suggestion: I had this condition for a while. It really got bad, and I would wake in the middle of the night & then I attributed it to stress. When I taught school I had it real bad. That said, here's what worked for me. A heavy pillow. Tuck the leg that has the problem under the heavy pillow & sleep. It not only worked, but gradually CURED my problem!! I used a really HEAVY pillow for a while, and then lighter, and lighter. & heavier when needed! (Meditation HELPS too (because it basically helps you handle the stress), but if you can't go that route, try the pillow method. If I had known the "bar of soap" method I would have tried it. If it ever comes back, I'll try the bar of soap for sure!? Needless to say, I'm NOT in favor of medication/drugs (quick fixes, that have lasting side effects)What I call "Fix now, repent at leisure"!? PLEASE TRY THE PILLOW METHOD, Stuff some heavy blankets or such into a pillowcase to make a pillow that works. Be Well, Xoxo. You sound like a kind and compassionate man who cares. Hope you don't mind my posting this on your platform.

[@yvonnegreen6738]

There is NO cure for RLS. once you have it, it stays for life. I don't think you had RLS.

[@i.ehrenfest349]

@@yvonnegreen6738 Not true. I don’t know who told you RLS is always permanent, it isn’t.

[@aahsigh8706]

It typically occurs at the nap hour, and if you are in an environment whereby the room conserves heat too well, then the best approach is to do a before nap time workout routine of your choice for an hour and also remember to keep the dry air out during the summer the best way you know how or winter time using the thermo control with the "fan" control setting on "auto" fan setting simultaneously and not "on". Dry fan air will dissipate at auto setting, and it's good for the lungs when you do your workout out in your room at night before bed. That's my conclusion and cure after 38+ years, too. It seems that at this age, it is the gold standard age experience I've noticed. Human evolution wasn't meant for energy saving high-tech rooms, which trap dry air in rather to the contrary outdoor experience. Who even gets cured off of restless leg syndrome on a couch rather than outdoors doing stuff and then napping in the forest somewhere. I am serious about this. It's a cure on my behalf in every season of the year and counting. My time for a workout is at the 12 mark to 1am. It is cold outside to open windows and dangerous too. unpredictable too if you live with your loved ones.

[@lenwenzel7440]

Thank you loved the soap bar treatment. Lol.. Restless leg has been driving me nuts. I'll be trying the folate, and tonic water, as well I'm going to a lab tomorrow for an iron level test. Who knows the soap treatment may help too. But seriously thanks will post soon to report results.

[@dididiedrich8592]

try out eating linolic oil and tomato purée in the evening. It is highly anti-inflammatory and helps to find relieve

[@sadlaw2799]

Which part of the bed should we keep the bar of soap?

[@everevolving286]

@@dididiedrich8592 for some perhaps but for others tomatos being of the nightshade family can and do cause an inflammatory reaction. In most people it is so light that they remain unaware for many years. Many people do not put it together in their head.. what actually is the cause of their inflammation. Tobacco is also in the nightshade family for those of you with R L S that smoke. Bet so many people didn't know that one. I didn't LOL... until I did.

[@irenekropp4934]

Thanks, I was up at 3:00 in the morning cause, I have restless leg syndrome. Asked Google about it and you showed up so, I am watching you. I’m going to try a few ideas you had. Thanks again

[@alverorivera3253]

Same here .. this is my first time researching this . Smh