Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) Discussion Board

I have never gone to a chiropractor in my life, but am going to see one next week for restless legs. Does anyone have any advice/tips for me? Thank you!

I also have never been to a chiropractor. It's not something I think of as being a treatment for rls although a quick search does show that many chiropractor's say that they can help treat the condition ..... this is general theme and an extract from on article I read...
""a commonly overlooked cause of the problem may be due to a spinal or nerve condition. Therefore, seeking a chiropractor’s help is pertinent. Chiropractors aim to improve overall nervous system function and fix spinal and bodily misalignments in order to create a better functioning body. If your skeletal system is placing unnecessary pressure on your legs or joints, rls may be a result.""

Most of us have tried all sorts of remedies including the 'soap in the bed'. I'd say that anything is worth a try and would really appreciate if you would update following your appointment next week.

A lot of people seem to be able to relate their WED/RLS symptoms to a spinal-nerve impingement or other spinal issue. So there might be something to it for a subset of us.

I had my first chiropractor visit today and have some hope he can help me. While I am generally quite flexible and do dynamic stretching, he noticed my right hip is stiff and I compensate by over using my quads. My restless legs always present in my quads, so this is encouraging. He did an adjustment and he will help me find exercises I can do to loosen my hip and show me how to notice for myself when I am over using my quads. He will also work with me on a nutritional analysis to see if I am lacking (or not absorbing) certain vitamins or minerals. I am fortunate that my insurance covers chiropractic visits.

Maybe this can help someone else.

Hi ericksonja, by any chance did the chiropractor help in the end, did it help your RLS? Thanks Lissa