Acupuncture for restless leg syndrome

Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a common disorder affecting both men and women at night when asleep.

Symptoms of RLS include muscle aches, an urge to move the legs, leg pain, disturbed sleep, restless sleep, constant moving around.

People with RLS often have poor sleep which leads to a lack of energy and other health problems.

It is caused by tension in the leg muscles which breaks people's sleep pattern causing poor sleep and tiredness.

Often the person wants to keep on moving their legs to relieve the sensation.

Stretching before bed and practising yoga regularly can help to prevent restless leg syndrome.

Treatment for restless leg syndrome

Acupuncture treatment is good at relieving restless leg syndrome. It does this by removing tension in the muscles and regulating energy and blood flow.