What non-pharmacological management strategies have you found particularly helpful for older adults with restless leg syndrome?
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What non-pharmacological management strategies have you found particularly helpful for older adults with restless leg syndrome?
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Geriatric Medicine · Yale University
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- Ensure appropriate sleep opportunity (around 7 hours in older adults).
- Avoid certain medications when possible, including SSRIs/TCAs, dopamine antagonists, and antihistamines.
- Avoid alcohol, caffeine, nicotine, and large amounts of carbohydrates.
- Ensure regular exercise.
- Ensure adequate iron stores...
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