Spanish researchers have found that the drug Lyrica may help ease restless legs syndrome (RLS). The researchers randomly assigned 58 people with RLS either Lyrica or a placebo. They then performed sleep studies on the patients and the start and end of the 12-week study period. Investigators found that almost 75 percent of patients taking Lyrica had their RLS symptoms stop while they were taking it, and among those who continued to have RLS, their symptoms improved by 66 percent. The patients on...
Read moreWe 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 »
Let’s continue talking about restless legs syndrome (RLS). We reviewed some of the symptoms, causes, and adverse effects of restless... Read more »
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Restless Legs Syndrome
Goals of TreatmentThe most important goal in treatment of restless legs syndrome is the cessation of symptoms during rest and the ensuing end to the... Read more »
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has banned the use of quinine sulfate as a remedy for restless legs and leg cramps. Joe and Teresa... Read more »
Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) is a neurologic sensorimotor disorder that is characterized by an overwhelming urge to move the legs when they are at... Read more »
There is no specific diagnostic test for RLS. If you suspect you may have the disorder, talk to your doctor as soon as you can. If possible, bring a... Read more »
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
What Is It? Restless legs syndrome is a movement disorder that causes uncomfortable sensations in the legs. These sensations typically are worse... Read more »