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References

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Massage for Restless

Massage can help relieve the discomfort of restless legs syndrome (RLS). In China, massage is not simply regarded as a mean of relaxation but as an important component of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). Since massage is simple and safe in application, and with effective results, it has evolved into many of the…

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Herbal Bathing and Washing

Take a hot bath or soak in warm water can relax the muscles and promote the circulation of the limbs. It is a Chinese tradition to apply herbs in bathing, steaming or soaking methods. The effective components of herbs are absorbed through the body surface, entered blood stream to regulate the organs…

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Herbal Supplements

Nutritional deficiency is an important triggering factor for restless legs syndrome (RLS), your doctor will suggest you to do a blood test and check out the nutrient levels, the right supplement will then be prescribed accordingly. It is not advised to take any supplement without the instruction of doctor, and…

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Dietary Suggestions

Individuals should cut back on tea, coffee, chocolate, caffeinated soft drink, alcohol and tobacco, which are known to activate the nervous system and aggravate restless legs syndrome (RLS). Many people find that their symptoms improve when they doing this. From a Chinese medicine perspective, RLS is mainly due to blood and qi…

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Self-help and Home Remedies

The symptoms of restless legs syndrome (RLS) can range from mild bothering to extremely disturbing. Many life habits are known to trigger or aggravate the condition. It is important for RLS individuals to develop some coping strategies, in order to ease the uncomfortable sensations and promote sleep. For mild to…

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Acupuncture and Moxibustion

Individuals with restless legs syndrome (RLS) have uncomfortable sensations deep inside the legs, and an irresistible urge to move the legs so as to make the discomfort go away. The sensations usually occur in both legs, the arms or other parts may be affected occasionally. The symptoms are most apparent…

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Chinese Medicine Treatment

According to Chinese Medicine theory, restless legs syndrome (RLS) is resulted from both internal weakness, and excess pathogenic disturbances. The internal weakness includes dysfunction of the liver and kidney, and insufficiency of blood and qi (vital energy); the excess pathogens can be wind, coldness, dampness, and blood stasis etc. Middle-aged or elderly individuals are more likely to be due to…

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About Restless Legs Syndrome

Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a common disorder, which is characterized by extremely unpleasant feelings in the legs. The most unusual aspect of the condition is that symptoms tend to be activated or aggravated by resting or lying down, while moving the legs relieves the discomforts, individuals have an uncontrollable…

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