8 Things You Didn't Know About Restless Legs Syndrome

A recent study found that there was a greater risk and higher prevalence of restless legs syndrome in adults with fibromyalgia than in healthy controls. With new fibromyalgia drugs available on the market, it is better understood than some other chronic pain conditions, including restless legs syndrome.

By HealthCentral Editorial Staff

Fibromyalgia and RLS

Fibromyalgia and RLS

A 2010 study showed that people with fibromyalgia (FM) are 11 times more likely to have restless legs syndrome (RLS) than the general population.  One-third (33%) of those with FM had RLS as opposed to only 3% of those who did not have FM.  Following are some facts about RLS.

By HealthCentral Editorial Staff— Last Modified: 01/08/2013, First Published: 08/10/2011