What To Do For Restlessness At Night?
- Restless Legs Syndrome
- What Is It? & Symptoms
- Diagnosis & Expected Duration
- Prevention & Treatment
- More Info
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 Sources
Introduction to Restless Legs Syndrome
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Restless Legs Syndrome
The first description of Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) was provided in 1685 by Sir Thomas Willis. The current name for this sleep and movement... Read more »
Restless Legs Syndrome and Related Disorders: Risk Factors
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
RLS may affect 3 - 15% of the general population. It is more common in women than in men, and its frequency increases with age. The disorder affects... Read more »
Restless leg syndrome
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Nocturnal myoclonus; RLS; AkathisiaSymptomsRLS leads to sensations in the lower legs that make you uncomfortable unless you move your legs. These... 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: Causes
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
CausesThe main cause of RLS is unknown. Researchers are investigating neurologic (nervous system) problems that may arise either in the spinal cord... Read more »
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