muscles jerking in legs and feet

[Darkflower]

I couldn't sleep last night because for the first time my muscles were twitching and jerking in my legs and feet. I have never experienced this before... anyone else have this problem?

[Juliegrace]

It sounds like dyskinesia. What meds do you take?

[Hidden]

Restless Leg Syndrome? (RLS) ...... many people suffering from RLS do actually twitch and jerk but if it’s somewhat violent it may be dyskinesia. You should talk to your neurologist to clarify.

[alexask]

I occasionally get this, but take magnesium citrate, which usually works. But then I do do a lot of exercise and also drink, both of which suppress magnesium levels

[felixned]

Magnesium works for me too.

[Geriow]

Make sure you rule out dehydration. My husband has reduced the leg jerks a lot since he found out her was dehydrated and started drinking the amount of water his body needs. Take your weight, divide by 3 and that is the # of ounces you must drink every day. Make sure it is good water!

[MylovedhasPd]

Life changed for the better for myBeloved since offering him a banana daily - he can be so restless during the night, but this helps settle him so he sleeps. The other thing I do is offer lemon and honey in hot water first thing in the morning to gently stimulate his digestive system and we drink together - a special ritual in love.