Restless Legs Syndrome Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is characterized by an irresistible urge to move the legs accompanied by uncomfortable paresthesias. It impairs a smooth sleep transition, severely delaying sl
Restless Leg Syndrome makes it harder to fall asleep or stay asleep – and the hallmark symptom is a sensation deep in the legs. RLS sufferers describe very uncomfortable symptoms, using terms like creeping, itching, pulling, crawling, tugging, throbbing, burning, pins and needles, or gnawing....
REVIEW Restless leg syndrome: is it a real problem? Paul E Cotter Shaun T O'Keeffe Department of Geriatric Medicine, Galway University Hospitals, Galway, Ireland Abstract: Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a common condition that is frequently unrecognized, misdiagnosed and poorly managed. It is ...
Several other issues can cause night-time leg movements For those with periodic limb movement disorder (PLMD), night-time limb movements can be caused by secondary factors such as medications, or other underlying medical problems, such as Parkinson’s disease.But PLMD is also a syndrome in its ...
Restless legs syndrome (RLS), first given its name in 1945 by the Swedish neurologist Karl-Axel Ekbom [1], is a sleep and movement disorder characterized by unpleasant sensations in the legs occurring at rest and at night, with an irresistible urge to move. Show abstract Leg Cramps and Rest...
As you can see, restless legs syndrome is complex, and several factors could come into play when trying to figure out the cause. As with many other health conditions, RLS is best seen as a symptom which signals that something else is amiss, and it’s necessary to dig deeper to find out...
What is restless leg syndrome (RLS) and what causes it? Whilst the subject of restless legs has been studied extensively, the causes of restless legs still remain a mystery to modern science. The symptoms of restless legs begin in a way that is almost contrary to all other types of pain ...
REVIEW Restless legs syndrome: diagnosis and review of management options Ruth Byrne2,3 Smita Sinha2 K Ray Chaudhuri1,2 1Movement Disorders Unit, Kings College Hospital; 2University Hospital Lewisham; 3Guy's King's and St Thomas' School of Medicine, London, UK Abstract: Restless legs syndrome...
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Because restless leg syndrome symptoms tend to vary from person to person, many of those suffering from this disorder are unaware that their problem even has a proper name. By recognizing we have a condition, we're in a much better position to address and relieve it, and find ways to trea...