Does anyone have any information about Relaxis pads. From my research they appear to be available in the States and then on prescription, but not sure how old that data is.
I also read a recent post here about vibrating wrap around leg pads with a timer which do a similar job but no idea where to find them.
I'm getting desperate for sleep - hope someone can help
Thanks
Hi, being intrigued about the claims made about this device I thought I'd look into it.
According to the device manufacturers own web site apparently this is a prescription only device. I've not yet discovered why it's prescription only. this seems a little odd.
It's claimed that the device works by creating "counterstimulation". There is no real explanation how this might produce any effect. It's said this causes the brain to relax muscles which if did do this then it may help in some respects in the same way a muscle-relaxant might. However, muscle relaxants aren't particularly effective for RLS.
In June 2019 they stated that they would no longer be filling prescriptions for the foreseeable future. Presumably this means they aren't making them anymore.
The reason they give for this is that, as I understand it, Medicare insurers won't agree to paying for the devices and nost people on medicare cannot afford to pay for one.
The manufacturers themselves carried out two studies on the safety and effectiveness of the device. Although their methodology seems sound, no independent study has apparently been carried out.
Both studies showed that the pads were more effective than sham pads, but despite one web page apparently claiming that the device is more effective than an RLS medication, one of the studies shoiwed there was no difference between the pad and ropinirole, a dopamine agonist.
Neither of the studies appeared to show that the pads are effective in relieving RLS symptoms, they claim only that people who use the pad sleep better.
According to a webmd page, the device may make RLS symptoms worse. This is also mentioned in the application for FDA approval..
The device was approved by the FDA (Food and Drug Adminstration) in 2014. However this doesn't necessarily mean the device is effective for RLS. It means it's safe. In addition what the manufacturers claim it can do, may not be the same as what the FDA approve it for.
In this case, the manuafacturers claim it can help with sleeping (NOT RLS symptoms) and that is what it's approved for.
Use of the device is contraindicated for people with some circulatory or skin problems.
My conclusion, the device, if you can manage to get hold of one and you can afford it, may help you to get to sleep.
There are probabaly other vibratory devices on the market that have a similar action which you might try.
I hadn't read your reply when I wrote my comment. It's good information Manerva and I'll keep trying.
Thanks very much for your comment. This may not be the appropriate forum to mention specific products but here in UK the only vibrating pads I have found are full body mats, or boot like devices to put your foot and lower leg into - hardly helpful when trying to sleep in bed.
Are you aware of any similar products to the Relaxis pad on the market now, and if so could you let me have any details so I can try to find one in UK. Something like thin pillow size with vibration and a timer????
Like so many other sufferers my legs are particularly troublesome in the evening and although I am usually tired enough to fall asleep easily, I ALWAYS wake up after about 2 hours and usually hourly after that, and that's when the fun starts.
I have found that massage helps a little. I have an industrial size device which can batter the calves and give me peace for 10 to 15 minutes which is sometimes long enough to get back to sleep. The other thing which helps is running under very cold water, but in the summer the tap water isn't cold enough to help.
Any input is gratefully received.
Many thanks.
It worked miracles for me and basically ended my battle with RLS! See the short review I just posted.
I read about this and it got my attention. The problem is, it's only sold with a doctor's prescription! I mentioned it to my doctor, she had never heard about it and didn't seem to be interested, so nothing happened. I will not give up and I will ask her, or any other Dr. again when I have the opportunity.
As I wrote, the company that makes the device are no longer supplying it.
As it's prescription only you can't get one on the open market, so basically even if your doctor does prescribe one it will do no good.
There are other similar devices, massagers you can get.
👍👌 Got it! Will do search online. 👩
I have had some luck with a TENS device which is transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation. I think I spent approximately $60.00 on it. I have it on for 15 minutes and it works.
That's great, I'm glad it works for you.
It sounds a bit expensive though.
$11 to $30 (9 to 23 gbp) here in the UK.
You may have a deluxe model! 
I have managed to get in touch with the US company who manufacture the Relaxis pads at "myrelaxis.com" and emailed their VP Carl Swindle.
The latest info is that they do not anticipate starting production for at least a year. There may also be an issue with sales in the UK as it was only available on prescription in the States.
Watch this space!!
Relaxis is still only available by prescription, but the other items you mention are available on Amazon and ebay in the U.S.
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