04/08/2026
Restless Leg 6
Quiz & Answers
Q1 What is restless leg syndrome?
A1 It is when you have a strong urge to move your legs.
Q2 What causes restless leg syndrome?
A2 It’s thought to be linked to the levels of iron and dopamine in your body.
Q3 What treatments may help?
A3 Taking iron if you have low levels, being prescribed pregabalin like codeine or tramadol, medicines to help with sleep problems.
Q4 What things can you do to reduce the symptoms?
A4 Exercise, going to bed and waking at the same time every day, keep your bedroom dark and quiet, having a warm bath before bed, try walking, stretching or massaging when you have symptoms, distract yourself by reading or playing games.
Q5 What shouldn't you do?
A5 Don’t have caffeine after midday, do not drink alcohol at least 2 hours before bed, don’t eat a big meal or do strenuous exercise late at night, do not use electronics before going to bed, do not nap during the day, Smoke.
Q6 What are leg cramps?
A6 Leg cramps are common, usually harmless and only last a short time.
Q7 What are the symptoms?
A7 Ageing, putting too much strain on muscles during exercise, pregnancy, certain medicines like statins or diuretics, dehydration, liver disease.
Q8 What causes leg cramps?
A8 They happen when a muscle in the leg tightens and causes a sudden pain that makes it hard to move.
Q9 What can you do during a cramp?
A9 Stretching and massaging the muscle may ease the pain.
Q10 What can you do to prevent cramps?
A10 Doing regular calf stretching exercises may help but may not stop them completely.
