Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) Discussion Board

I have been using a compression device on my calves for an hour before bed for a week now. No change. If this works, does it usually work right away? (PLMD is principal complaint, but I do have RLS. Hasn't helped either so far.)

I think it is supposed to be immediate. BUT - that is for RLS. I don't know that it helps PLMS at all. For me, nothing ever solves the PLMS except a DA. Opioids stop the RLS and reduce the PLMS, but I still move a lot. I don't awaken much, though, so I figure it is a win.

I think it is more preventative - nip it in the bud, sort of. If you put the compression device on while symptoms are going on, it won't make much difference. If you put it on before they get bad, maybe just as you get the first inkling that they're starting up, then maybe it has some beneficial effect.

I'm back and forth on mine; I think they do help at times but they sure as heck will never help enough for me to lower my meds. I have a low-end set of cuffs; perhaps a fancier device would be of more benefit.