“Is acupuncture good for restless leg syndrome?”
I have restless leg syndrome. Is acupuncture good for restless leg syndrome?
19 Answers
Yes. It's one of the only clinically proven methods to heal RLS.
Yes, acupuncture can be helpful in treating restless leg syndrome.
Yes, by far the best approach for restless leg. In addition, patient benefit from internal Chinese herbal formulas
Acupuncture can be helpful.
I also have patients apply Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade Lavender oil to calves.
That is hugely helpful.
I also have patients apply Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade Lavender oil to calves.
That is hugely helpful.
Yes, when I was still in school I helped treat my wifes RLS. I did such a good job it numbed her leg. But over the years I have had other patients, regardless of their leg being the chief complaint. And all have found relief to their leg issue, RLS. Definitely check with your primary to see if alternative medicine would be beneficial to your condition. - Live Happy, Michael
Yes, RLS can be treated once the underlying cause is determined. Generally, is it a dietary deficiency, frequently magnesium but there can be other causes.
There is an herbal formula I prescribe for this that usually helps, Shao Yao Gan Cao Tang or Chinese Peony & Licorice. Because it only has two ingredients most people can take the formula even when they are on various medications that would be contraindicated with herbs.
That said, I once had a patient come in with RLS and I immediately knew it was Parkinsons and referred him back to his primary care physician. This condition may be helped with acupuncture, but it can only be diagnosed and treated with Western medicine. This is why getting a professional diagnosis is always important.
There is an herbal formula I prescribe for this that usually helps, Shao Yao Gan Cao Tang or Chinese Peony & Licorice. Because it only has two ingredients most people can take the formula even when they are on various medications that would be contraindicated with herbs.
That said, I once had a patient come in with RLS and I immediately knew it was Parkinsons and referred him back to his primary care physician. This condition may be helped with acupuncture, but it can only be diagnosed and treated with Western medicine. This is why getting a professional diagnosis is always important.
Acupuncture can provide relief from Rest Leg Syndrome.
YES! Acupuncture helps with restless legs by decreasing inflammation and increasing circulation.
Hi! Im sorry youve been dealing with restless leg syndrome. Acupuncture can be helpful with regulating the autonomic nervous system. Basically, this means it can assist the body from a state of fight or flight (sympathetic nervous system) to a state of rest and digest (parasympathetic nervous system). If the RLS is caused by an inability to fully transition to the parasympathetic nervous system then acupuncture may prove effective. If it caused by genetic factors or iron insufficiency it may not be very effective. I hope this is helpful information for you. - Dr. Hallie
Yes it is good
Yup, I often treat restless leg syndrome. It often comes from nerves being pinched in the low back, so if you have low back pain, focus on getting relief from that from you acupuncturist and maybe a chiropractor.
Restless leg syndrome is caused by a kind of interior wind. A good practitioner can help you out with this problem.
Might help with temporary pain control.
Yes, acupuncture is good for restless leg syndrome.
Lejla Fazlicic
Acupuncturist
Yes along with supplements.
Yes acupuncture effectively improve circulation which will help with restless leg syndrome.
Yes
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Usually, yes, acupuncture is an excellent treatment for restless legs. I work with this issue quite a bit and I'm generally able to make people more comfortable.
Please make sure whoever treats you has an L.Ac. or R.Ac. credential issued by your state.
Please make sure whoever treats you has an L.Ac. or R.Ac. credential issued by your state.
