 [ Symptoms ] i was diagnosed with restless leg syndrome i feel the urge in my legs to move and stretch them almost all the time [ Disease ] as a physical therapist i do not recommend splinting at all it may cause complications concerning skin and blood vessels due to night time compression even nerve compression which can worsen your symptoms i recommend leg massages hot baths or heating pads or ice packs applied to the legs good sleep habits a vibrating pad called relaxis avoid caffeine and tobaccos treating the underlying condition if present yoga before sleeping stick to regular sleeping time and exercise time