Thread: RLS, cramps, PN
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Old 04-29-2011, 03:30 PM
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Originally Posted by Gramma View Post
Hello,

I am a 71 year old female with rheumatoid arthritis. I was diagnosed with non-diabetic peripheral neuropathy last year. After much physical therapy, I can walk almost normally.

I've always had twitchy legs, and nocturnal leg cramps, and my neuro says that I have Restless Leg Syndrome.

The twitchiness doesn't really bother me but the nighttime cramps are horrible.

I need advice!

Gramma
Hi Gramma, my name is Melody and I have a suggestion for you. Do you have epsom salts in the house? Before you retire at night, soak your feet in epsom salts. They are full of magnesium. The magnesium will soak into your feet and go into your body and magnesium helps GREATLY with cramps during the night. I have done this myself that is why I can recommend it.

Hope this helps.

Take care
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