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A MyParkinsonsTeam Member asked a question 💭
New Jersey, NJ

The main problem that started my search and discovery of my Parkinson diagnosis was my "urge to squeeze or compress my right calf". It was so severe that I cannot sleep for nights. After consulting many kinds of doctors ( osteopath, internist, sports medicine, chiro, and finally Neuro) , they classified it as special case of "Restless Leg Syndrome".

The normal Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) causes patient the urge to move their legs while asleep. In my case, my urge to squeeze only occurs… read more

March 14, 2019
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A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I have a bath in magnesium because l take so many tablets and in the bath you absorb it through your skin good luck it is worth a try it helps me

March 15, 2019
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Mediction for my restless legs has kept me sane. I have been using Pramipexole (mirapex) for years. I was in the hospital about three years ago. The staff failed to give me Pramipexole and I didn't notice. About night three my legs went CRAZY! I made a video to show my doctor. It was brutal. I highly recommend Pramipexole.

March 17, 2019
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

It really cant hurt. Most Americans are deficient in magnesium. Magnesium citrate can cause looser bowels, so be warned. but its a good thing for my husband and I. Get a good brand, without lots of additives!! Keep me posted. If you take it at night, it helps some people sleep!

March 14, 2019
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Magnesium can be very helpful for muscle cramps. I know yours is a little different, but since I put my husband on 600 mg of Magnesium citrate each day, his restless legs and cramps have improved. it also helps with constipation, fyi!
Carrie

March 14, 2019
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Thanks for your input Carrie. I will definitely follow your advice.

March 14, 2019

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