One of the first, and most prolific, things I do when my restless legs are restless, is to stretch. I find stretching offers wonderful – albeit very short-lived – relief and is something I can do anywhere, anytime.

Not only does stretching momentarily relieve my RLS symptoms, but it also increases flexibility and mobility which is good for my overall wellbeing.

Movements I can do anywhere

Restless legs syndrome (RLS) can occur almost anywhere on the body, but as the name suggests, it is most commonly experienced in the legs. So that is where I stretch. I start with stretches I think of as “hidden” – movements I can do anywhere without calling attention to myself.

Sitting in the cinema, stuck on an aeroplane, travelling in a car. Any place where lolling around on the floor is considered awkward and not really socially acceptable.

To continue reading please visit:

https://restlesslegssyndrome.sleep-disorders.net/living/stretches/

Image and links courtesy of Health Union and Restless Legs Syndrome Health Info & Community (sleep-disorders.net)