Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) Discussion Board

Legsbestill, I really enjoy your sense of humor... In reviewing my notes, I realize it isn't the decarbing that was my problem, it was THC. It activated my brain and kept me from sleeping...like staring at the wall for hours and thinking it was the most interesting thing I've ever seen. After that b...

RE Nausea...I just went through a stretch of very uncomfortable stomach upset from supplements my neurologist gave me. It's a common situation with his patients and his response is always a supplement by Thorne Research called "GI-Encap." He suggested breaking open the capsules into warm w...

Beth, I've been missing your presence here and so very glad you're back! Sorry to hear about your parents. Hugs to you.

Stainless, thank you for your helpful feedback...you also inadvertently helped someone else, my mother. She has been on Clonazepam for about 13 years for a sleep movement disorder and trying to get off of it (it's no longer working) with the help of the Ashton Manual (m) but at the end of the taper ...

Here's where I got my scale...it's such a breeze to split pills now. And I'm confident I'm getting the same amount night to night which lessens my anxiety...one less drop in the bucket but I'll take it.

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Legsbestill, when you can, please share your details on the use of the Relaxis Pad...I'm super curious about it! Also, are you still experimenting with cannabis? I tried decarboxylated cannabis just once and my sleep was a mess. It was too strong and kept me awake. I haven't had a chance to try it a...

You might also be interested in some of the reports on the use of the Relaxis pad, which was approved in 2014 by the FDA for the treatment of RLS.

The Relaxis Pad for PLMS/PLMD...I've looked but haven't found any information about the pad being successfully used for it. Any feedback?

An extra hour of sleep...that's what I got by changing when I take my Gabapentin. Thanks Steve, I never would have considered taking it closer to bedtime if I hadn't seen your post. One of the many reasons I so appreciate this forum of awesome people sharing ideas and practices. Instead of taking my...

Steve, I noticed you take your Gabapentin 30 minutes before bed and my doctor's (and the prescription bottle) directions are to take it 2 hours before bed...How did you get to 30 minutes? Do you think 2 hours is necessary?

Anyone else with advice/experience on when to take Gabapentin and why?

My suggestions...learn as much as you can about this condition so you're better equipped and more confident interacting with any physician. I joined this group about a year ago after I finally realized I had RLS. I read the forum posts (even ones that didn't apply to me) whenever I had any free time...

Hi All, I am wondering if you'd share your habits, ideas, tricks for becoming more alert and awake? I'm abstaining from coffee and all caffeinated products because they worsen my symptoms. I've noticed an adrenaline rush after a close call with death is very helpful, but I can't sustain that on a da...

My scale (milligram precision jewelry scale) arrived and wow it made a huge difference in dividing up a capsule! If anyone else needs to do this, I'd suggest not hesitating because the cost ($17) was worth it for the convenience and accuracy. I used small squares of parchment paper to move the medic...

I was reviewing treatment options at Dr. Buchfuhrer's website (http://www.rlshelp.org/rlsrx.htm#Anti-seizure) and under Neurontin/Gabapentin noticed the statement "The effectiveness of this medication often diminishes after 1-2 years." That surprised me. Does anyone have any feedback on this?

Mary, it's good to have options. Your advocacy for Kratom has been both educational and inspirational...I'm sure others appreciate it as much as I do.

Thanks Holland...this is all new to me and I appreciate everyone's help. I was reviewing treatment options at Dr Buchfuhrer's website (m) and under Neurontin/Gabapentin noticed the statement "The effectiveness of this medication often diminishes after 1-2 years." That surprised me. Has any...