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Suggest Remedy For Muscle Pain And Twitching While Treating Restless Leg Syndrome

Hello, I have suffered from restless leg syndrome in both legs for years +15. I experience twitching and pain in the lower leg that is relieved when I move my legs. Because of this problem I have poor sleep quality. Is there any new research that explains the cause and therefore the treatment of the underlying condition? I look forward to your response. Evelyn
Mon, 29 Feb 2016
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i Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have muscle pain and twitching while treating restless leg syndrome. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like nerve compression , neuropathy , DVT , muscle spasm or multiple Sclerosis , but in your case the symptoms is due to restless leg syndrome which is a neurological disorder. If condition doesn't get well then consult orthopedic surgeon as well as psychiatrist for proper examination. Doctor may prescribe methotrexate , anti inflammatory , gabapentin long with nerve supplement and recommend physical therapy . Along with that doctor may also prescribe antiepileptic drug and anti depressants .I would suggest you to do light stretching exercises along with gentle massage , apply warm compresses on entire leg and take muscle relaxants like orthodox MR . Do not sit or stand for long time in one position , do yoga , meditation , avoid alcohol and caffeinated products and keep your legs in hot water tub with Epsom salt for 15 minutes. It can also occur due to side effects of some meditation , so if your re taking any medicine the do consider it and consult doctor about it .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Remedy For Muscle Pain And Twitching While Treating Restless Leg Syndrome

i Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have muscle pain and twitching while treating restless leg syndrome. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like nerve compression , neuropathy , DVT , muscle spasm or multiple Sclerosis , but in your case the symptoms is due to restless leg syndrome which is a neurological disorder. If condition doesn t get well then consult orthopedic surgeon as well as psychiatrist for proper examination. Doctor may prescribe methotrexate , anti inflammatory , gabapentin long with nerve supplement and recommend physical therapy . Along with that doctor may also prescribe antiepileptic drug and anti depressants .I would suggest you to do light stretching exercises along with gentle massage , apply warm compresses on entire leg and take muscle relaxants like orthodox MR . Do not sit or stand for long time in one position , do yoga , meditation , avoid alcohol and caffeinated products and keep your legs in hot water tub with Epsom salt for 15 minutes. It can also occur due to side effects of some meditation , so if your re taking any medicine the do consider it and consult doctor about it . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari