Trampoline really helps

I’ve had a trampoline for about 12 years.

Never used it much as I have fibromyalgia

And very little energy, in last 4 months used it 6 times daily,

It really really helps my restless legs, I jump for about 50 seconds at a time, then rest and repeat,

It doesn’t have to be a big trampoline, there are small ones available, mums just bought one with a support rail on.

Also you will be amazed if you look up

17 benefits of trampolining , not the bullet

Points , it’s all over weight loss, and varicose veins on my legs really have disappeared permanently. Anyway I really recommend you try it. What have you got to lose ?

Julie

[Madlegs1]

Fantastic that you've discovered that.

Long may it continue.

Tashi .

[Pippins2]

Good you have found something to help your RLS. Unfortunately my knees and back rules out jumping on a trampoline for me lol x

[Hidden]

That's awesome! I was wondering when someone was going to mention a trampoline!

I was going to invest in a mini one for my apartment, but am afraid the landlords might complain about the noise it makes when you jump (I share a house with them). I still might get one.

[Jelbea]

I have a small trampoline (rebounder) and find it very good. As I have spinal issues I cannot of course jump on it but doing what is called a "health bounce" is all it takes. This means very gentle bouncing movement and the feet do not leave contact with the trampoline. This is just enough to improve the creepy sensation of RLS for a while and I always feel better after doing this for a few minutes. You can repeat as many times per day as you like. This exercise is suggested also for quite elderly patients as it helps balance amongst other things.

[Allyp69]

Great idea...Agree that exercise is vital. Think I sit about far too much. Will investigate small trampoline for garden even though I am disabled with just one hip..But had really bad RLS yesterday watching Avengers Endgame in cinema for 3 hours.. never again! We need to help ourselves and not rely on medication, if possible.

[SLMCP]

If it helps relieve RLS symptoms then it's great 😊

[Jumpey]

Ab fab.x

[sh19]

What brand/type do you use? I have trouble with my hips and knees (arthritis) but have read this is really good for people who need low impact. There's a brand called bellicon that is specifically for seniors and people with arthritis, cartilage issues, etc. but the price tag - yikes. Definitely worth a try with one of them - exercise AND RLS relief! I'm in.

[finder1234]

Thanks for the trampoline tip Luna3...very helpful. This is what we want ,practical things that WORK! Wayne from Aust.

[Hidden]

Great! So good to find stuff that works. However, last time I tried one was after I had a baby. I tend to leak!!!

[MacAng]

My grandson has a 10ft trampoline in the garden and I try to use it at least once a day. My feet do not leave the surface as like many others I suffer with arthritis in knees, hips, back etc but I am certain this does help reduce the frequency and intensity of RLS. I have started swimming too so feel really good and together I am in an altogether happier place, so much so my anti depressants have halved in strength over last 3 months...that says it all for me x