Extreme Restlessness
- Restless Legs Syndrome
- What Is It? & Symptoms
- Diagnosis & Expected Duration
- Prevention & Treatment
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What Is It?
Restless legs syndrome is a movement disorder that causes uncomfortable sensations in the legs. These sensations typically are worse during periods of rest, especially just before sleeping at night, but they may happen during daytime periods of inactivity, such as watching a movie, attending a long business meeting, or flying in a plane.
The discomfort of restless legs syndrome usually is accompanied by an overwhelming urge to move the legs, which may relieve leg discomfort...
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From Our Experts
Causes and Symptoms of Restless Leg Syndrome
We started our discussion about restless legs syndrome (RLS) in my recent blog, so let’s continue where we left off. Mild symptoms of... Read more »
Restless Brain Syndrome: A Better Way to Describe Bipolar?
As always, the best reading about our illness is to be found in the community discussions here on HealthCentral. Last week, as a Question... Read more »
Taming the Tingles: Treatment for Restless Legs Syndrome
Restless legs syndrome or Ekbom Syndrome affects hundreds of people night after night, keeping them and their partners awake. It can... Read more »
Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) Often Associated with Chronic Pain
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Restless Leg Syndrome
I have been fidgeting for as long as I can remember. Sometimes I fidget with my hands, but mostly it's with my legs and feet. I'll sway... Read more »
From Our Sources
Researchers find genetic link to restless leg syndrome
Researchers believe that genes that form the arms and legs in the earliest stages of human development may represent a risk factor in developing... Read more »
Restless Legs Syndrome and Related Disorders: Diagnosis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
A diagnosis of restless legs syndrome often relies mainly on the patient's description of symptoms. In general, the recommended approach is first to... Read more »
Diagnosis of Restless Legs Syndrome
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Restless Legs Syndrome
Signs and Symptoms of Restless Legs SyndromeRestless legs syndrome is characterized by a build up of abnormal feelings (paresthesia) in the legs at... Read more »
Restless Legs Syndrome and Related Disorders: Medications
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends medications for RLS or PLMD only for persons who fit strict diagnostic criteria, and who experience... Read more »
Restless Legs Syndrome
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Restless legs syndrome (RLS), also known as Ekbom’s syndrome, refers to an unpleasant feeling in the legs that typically occurs in the evening,... Read more »
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