Restless legs syndrome (RLS), also known as Ekbom’s syndrome, refers to an unpleasant feeling in the legs that typically occurs in the evening, primarily when an individual is at rest. These sensations compel the person to move their legs to get relief, only to have the symptoms recur. These difficult to describe sensations in the legs are experienced as “tingling”, “
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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 legs syndrome or Ekbom Syndrome affects hundreds of people night after night, keeping them and their partners awake. It can... Read more »
You’ve all seen the ads. You might have even heard about the charges of “disease mongering” that have been bandied about,... Read more »
Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a common and sometimes devastating condition. I see it quite frequently in many of my chronic pain... Read more »
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 »
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
RLS rarely results in any serious consequences. However, in some cases severe and recurrent symptoms can cause considerable mental distress, sleep... Read more »
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 »
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 »
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 »