Device called "roll recovery"

[toddhoskinsserv]

I have exercised induced RLS and just started using a self massager called ROLL RECOVERY. I find it helps quite a bit.

rollrecovery.com/product/r8...

[YodaDog]

Thanks, looks useful. I do a lot of self massage when I get a RLS breakout, this looks like it might do a much better job, easier. Do you use either of the additional 'super plush' or 'super deep' inserts or just the standard ones it comes with?

[toddhoskinsserv in reply to YodaDog]

YodaDog- I initially got the device plus one plush roller. I then got another plush roller. After using the 2 plush for awhile I went back to using one. I find one plush useful for going over my shin bone. Without it I actually developed a small bruise or two on my shin. That's my setup now.

I keep it next to my bed and sometimes in the night a quick roll helps me sleep. I usually us it while watching tv when I get those heebie jeebies..

[Hidden]

Thanks! I had a look at the site and could hear my legs screaming "yes, yes, and did we mention YES!!!"

I absolutely love massage!!

[Hidden]

Thanks for sharing this. I'm glad you found it.

It looks as if it could be of great benefit for lots of people whatever their condition.

I am intrigued by your phrase "exercise induced RLS". Do you mean you have idiopathic RLS that is triggered by exercise or do you believe you have RLS that is caused by exercise?

[toddhoskinsserv in reply to Hidden]

Manerva- Not sure of the details of the RLS I have. I do think my rls diminishes when I exercise less. Without keeping records it's hard to remember the details. But... what I recall is the RLS starting several years ago. I'd have to get up from watching tv at night to move around. Sleep was difficult. I tried a couple things but what helped was standing in cool pool of water or running cold water on legs in shower before bed. Sleeping with 12"high bed wedge is still useful. I also tried a doggy blanket for dogs in the summer- it cools and absorbs heat from legs. Used with the wedge.

Tried tramadol which worked initially but that help lessened over time. Plus it's addictive I believe. Back to your question- I ride bike often and now jog. There may have been a correlation between the exercise and rls. When I quit exercising for a couple of weeks it seemed to diminish- but again that's just an impression I got. I didn't stop exercising to test the RLS so didn't tune in on the fact it was better until later.

I'm 68, have had rls for maybe 7-8 years. Have been biking up to 100 miles or more per week, every week. Now jogging 10+miles per week and biking.

The device gives me just enough relief to sleep fairly well.

Hope this is useful.

T

[Hidden in reply to toddhoskinsserv]

Yes that sounds like idiopathic RLS, which can be exacerbated by exercise.

Generally the advice about exercise and RLS is that you should exercise regularly, but it shouldn't be excessive.

Great that the device works for you.

[toddhoskinsserv in reply to Hidden]

Thanks Manerva - good info. Blessings..

T

[Emiloupi]

Omg is this a thing? I always think exercise triggers mine and people always tell me I’m just lazy!

[toddhoskinsserv in reply to Emiloupi]

Emiloupi- I've not had a doctor diagnosis but my own observation tell me it's real. I have seen a reference or two on-line addressing exercise induced restless leg syndrome. Good luck.

[YodaDog in reply to Emiloupi]

I think you've got to get the balance right. Mild to moderate exercise is generally good for RLS (and other health benefits too of course) but excessive exercise is bad. What constitutes excessive may vary from person to person of course, but for me, walking the dog, going for hikes, leisurely bike rides is ok, but skiing over difficult terrain, strenuous bike riding etc is bad. We just need to find our own points. Good luck.

[WideBody]

I own one too. I find it to be incredibly painful or not at all. So when I am sore, from the stupid things I do, it hurts. I am a MAMIL (Middle Aged Male In Lycra), bike riding guy.

On an average day, I don't really use it. For RLS, I have done it till my quads and hamstrings are sore. That is really all it can do, for me. I haven't really found it helpful for RLS, but I still would give it two thumbs up.

toddhoskinsserv just a quick question. Do you get cramps? Mine come after I get home, out of the shower and relaxing. Sometimes on the bike. I am just wondering if there is any relation to RLS and cramps? (cramps are painful!) I generally get them in my leg but I have gotten them most everywhere.

[Midnight-Blue in reply to WideBody]

Try increasing your potassium. See if your doctor has a recent blood test result & have check that level. Bananas are an excellent source of potassium( I take potassium pills & cola’ no more cramps!

[WideBody in reply to Midnight-Blue]

Thanks Midnight-Blue, I do take potassium citrate (sometimes). Strangely enough, the only thing that seems to help is jalapenos. That is NOT a joke. There is even science behind it.

[Midnight-Blue in reply to WideBody]

I have no doubt but it must be taken DAILY for it to work. Japs must contain potassium; google it and see how much is enough. There are other food items that R high in potassium; google it. 😘

[toddhoskinsserv in reply to WideBody]

Wide body- no cramps and I do cycle. 5k miles a year last 2 years. Rls and cramps? Dunno- best luck - T

[WideBody in reply to toddhoskinsserv]

5k a year is great, keep going! Per chance, do you know Greg Grandgeorge?

[Midnight-Blue]

What exactly is it? Never have heard of it. Cost?

[toddhoskinsserv]

healthunlocked.com/api/redi...

It's a self massager for leg. Cost $129 plus $20 for extra plush roller

Good luck..!