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Friday, October, 23, 2009

Meds For Restless Leg Syndrome

Should you worry about the side effects of sleep meds?

October 22, 2008
Many people who suffer from insomnia or restless leg syndrome are given prescription sleeping medications, but along with those meds come considerations about side effects. In this slide show from Health magazine, experts discuss the most common side effects of prescription sleeping pills such as Lunesta and Rozerem, which can include hangover, rebound insomnia, and sexual side effects. Read more »

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Health Guide

Restless Legs Syndrome and Related Disorders: References
ReferencesBogan RK, Fry JM, Schmidt MH, Carson SW, Ritchie SY. Ropinirole in the treatment of patients with restless legs syndrome: a US-based randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical... Read more »
Restless Leg Syndrome Exercises
RLS sufferer Cari Lendrum recommends:Try Cari’s “RLS Squats!” – To do this exercise, start off in a standing position and then bend your knees slightly so that you are in a squat. Rest your... Read more »
Restless Leg Syndrome- Symptoms
include an urge to move the legs often associated with uncomfortable feeling in the legs (e.g. tingling, creepy, itching, pulling or aching) during periods of inactivity, including both... Read more »
Coping with Restless Leg Syndrome
The following are some tips for coping with RLS:Don't hide your symptoms -- talk to your friends, family, and colleagues about RLS so they know what to expect Practice yoga, Pilates, or other... Read more »
Restless Legs Syndrome and Related Disorders: Resources
www.aasmnet.org -- American Academy of Sleep Medicinewww.sleepfoundation.org -- National Sleep Foundationwww.ninds.nih.gov -- National Institute of Neurological Disorders and... Read more »

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