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News India Live, Digital Desk: Restless legs syndrome is a nervous system condition in which a person has a strong urge to move his legs. This problem often worsens in the evening or at night, when you are resting.

Key Signs of RLS

Desire to move legs: Feeling of strange movement in the legs while sitting or lying down, which gets relief only by moving the legs.

Strange sensation: Feeling like crawling, itching, burning or electric shock inside the legs.

Problem increases at night: Its symptoms are most active at night, making it difficult to get deep sleep (REM sleep).

Jerking off in sleep: Sometimes the legs jerk automatically while sleeping, which is called periodic limb movement (PLMD).

Why does this restlessness occur in the legs? (Major Causes)

According to doctors, there could be many reasons behind this:

iron deficiency: Due to low iron level in the body, brain Dopamine The balance of the muscles gets disturbed, which is necessary for muscle control.

Genetics: If someone in your family has this problem, your chances of getting it increase.

Chronic diseases: Symptoms of RLS are also seen in conditions like kidney failure, diabetes and peripheral neuropathy.

Lifestyle: Excessive caffeine (coffee/tea), alcohol consumption and smoking can trigger this problem.

Effective measures to get relief (Prevention & Remedies)

regular exercise: Walking or stretching the legs reduces the symptoms. However, avoid heavy workouts at night.

Iron rich diet: Include spinach, pulses and red meat in your diet. You can also take iron supplements on doctor’s advice.

Hot or cold compress: It is beneficial to soak feet in lukewarm water or use ice packs before sleeping.

Massage: Massaging the feet with oil improves blood circulation and provides relief to the muscles.

Reduce caffeine: Avoid taking tea, coffee or soda in the evening so that the nervous system remains calm.

Expert Advice: If this problem is affecting your daily functionality, contact a neurologist immediately.