How Your Pet Can Affect Your Health

Restless Legs Syndrome and Pets

People with restless legs syndrome (RLS) are encouraged to partake in mild exercise to reduce symptoms. If you have a dog, try taking it on longer or more frequent walks; your body likely will appreciate and react positively to the increase in physical activity, especially if you have restless legs syndrome.

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March 25, 2014

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July 1, 2014