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• #1 Restless legs syndrome – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/restless-legs-syndrome/symptoms-causes/syc-20377168

  Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a condition that causes a very strong urge to move the legs. The urge to move usually is caused by an uncomfortable feeling in the legs. It typically happens in the evening or at night when sitting or lying down. Moving eases the discomfort for a short time. […] Restless legs syndrome can begin at any age and tends to get worse with age. It can disrupt sleep, which interferes with daily activities. RLS also is known as Willis-Ekbom disease. […] The chief symptom of restless legs syndrome is an urge to move the legs. It’s common to experience: Uncomfortable sensations that begin while resting. A feeling in the legs typically begins after you’ve been lying down or sitting for an extended time. It might happen while sitting in a car, airplane or movie theater.

• #2 Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS): Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/9497-restless-legs-syndrome

  Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a movement condition that causes a strong urge to move your legs when you’re resting. You may also feel sensations like itching, pulling, crawling or throbbing. Symptoms are more common when your body is at rest in the evening. It usually occurs in addition to uncomfortable sensations in your legs like throbbing or aching. The urge to constantly move can interfere with your ability to relax or fall asleep. […] Symptoms of restless legs syndrome include: Uncomfortable sensations in your legs that make you want to move them. Sensations get worse when you’re resting. Relief of discomfort (at least temporarily) when you move your legs. Twitchy legs or leg jerks in the evening and during sleep. […] Symptoms of restless legs syndrome can affect your sleep. This can cause: Sleep disruptions, difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. The urge to get out of bed to stretch or move your legs. Fatigue or daytime sleepiness. Behavior or mood changes. Difficulty paying attention, remembering things or concentrating. Depression or anxiety.

• #3

  https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/restless-legs-syndrome/

  Restless legs syndrome, also known as Willis-Ekbom disease, is a common condition of the nervous system that causes an overwhelming irresistible urge to move the legs. […] The main symptom of restless legs syndrome is an overwhelming urge to move your legs. It can also cause an unpleasant crawling or creeping sensation in the feet, calves and thighs. […] The sensation is often worse in the evening or at night. Occasionally, the arms are affected, too. […] Restless legs syndrome is also associated with involuntary jerking of the legs and arms, known as periodic limb movements (PLM). […] Some people have the symptoms of restless legs syndrome occasionally, while others have them every day. […] The symptoms can vary from mild to severe. In severe cases, restless legs syndrome can be very distressing and disrupt a person’s daily activities.

• #4 Restless Legs Syndrome across the Lifespan: Symptoms, Pathophysiology, Management and Daily Life Impact of the Different Patterns of Disease Presentation

  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7277795/

  Restless legs syndrome is a common but still underdiagnosed neurologic disorder, characterized by peculiar symptoms typically occurring in the evening and at night, and resulting in sleep disruption and daily functioning impairment. […] Patients typically present with sensory symptoms and discomfort in their legs, an urge to move at rest above all in the evening, and consequently, sleep disturbances, but they are often undiagnosed and untreated for years. […] RLS can occur as an isolated disease, mostly at a young age, or can be associated with comorbidities such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, renal failure, arterial hypertension and peripheral neuropathy. […] RLS is a disease uniquely showing how lifetime of the patients generally or of a single patient as well can be interested in different ways. RLS can affect people all across their lifespan, existing early-onset forms of the disease and late-onset forms as well.

• #5 Restless legs syndrome and related disorders Information | Mount Sinai – New York

  https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/report/restless-legs-syndrome-and-related-disorders

  Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a condition in which one has feelings of „pulling, searing, drawing, tingling, bubbling, or crawling” beneath the skin, usually in the calf area. This causes an irresistible urge to move the legs. The sensations can also affect the thighs, feet, and sometimes, even the arms. […] The core symptom of RLS is an irresistible urge to move the legs. Some people describe this symptom as a sense of unease and weariness in the lower leg. The sensations are aggravated by rest and relieved by movement. Specific characteristics of RLS include: Uncomfortable feelings of „pulling, searing, drawing, tingling, bubbling, or crawling” beneath the skin, usually in the calf area, causing an irresistible urge to move the legs. These sensations occur mostly in the lower legs, but they can sometimes affect the thighs, feet, and even in the arms. These may be the first symptoms of RLS in some people.

• #6 Restless legs syndrome – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/restless-legs-syndrome/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20377174

  You have a strong, often irresistible urge to move the legs. This usually occurs with uncomfortable feelings in the legs. […] Your symptoms start or get worse when you’re resting, such as sitting or lying down. […] Your symptoms are partially or temporarily relieved by activity, such as walking or stretching. […] Your symptoms are worse at night. […] Symptoms can’t be explained solely by another medical or behavioral condition. […] Symptoms of restless legs syndrome sometimes go away after treating an underlying condition, such as iron deficiency. […] Electrical stimulation of a nerve on the side of your knee may help RLS symptoms. […] If you have RLS without an associated condition, treatment focuses on lifestyle changes. […] Several prescription medicines are available to reduce the restlessness in the legs.

• #7 WHAT IS RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME – El Paso Sleep Center

  https://elpasosleepcenter.com/what-is-restless-legs-syndrome/

  Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a common disease. RLS can prevent people from falling asleep or staying asleep. It can lead to daytime tiredness and mood problems. […] Restless Leg symptoms include: Feeling a strong urge to move your legs when you are resting or sitting still. You also may have a creepy-crawly, tugging, itchy or tingly sensation. Many people who have RLS also kick or jerk their legs while sleeping. Symptoms get better when you walk, stretch or kick. They may return once you stop moving. Symptoms are worse in the evening or nighttime hours. Symptoms are not caused by leg cramps, muscles aches or arthritis. […] Restless legs syndrome (RLS) affects about 7% of the population, with 3% experiencing moderate to severe symptoms. It can make falling and staying asleep difficult, leading to daytime fatigue and worsening anxiety or depression.

• #8 You are not alone

  https://www.rls.org/diagnosis-treatment

  RLS is perhaps the most common condition you have never heard of. Up to 7-8% of the population has this neurological condition with 23% experiencing severe symptoms that affect their quality of life and require pharmaceutical treatment to manage their symptoms. In the United States, RLS is believed to affect more than 10 million adults and an estimated 1.5 million children and adolescents. About 40% of those with RLS symptoms are disrupted enough to seek medical attention. Most studies find that women are at least twice as likely to have RLS than men. RLS is more common in older adults, although it can occur as early as the preschool years. There is currently no cure for RLS, but many treatment options are available to help manage symptoms. Your doctor can help you explore ways to lessen your symptoms through lifestyle changes, self-care and medication. If you need medication, your healthcare provider will guide you through careful trials to find a drug and dosage that works best for you. Some individuals who have RLS may experience a worsening of symptoms as a side effect of a class of RLS medications called dopamine agonists. This effect, called augmentation, is one of the most common but least understood problems encountered in the treatment of RLS. Although once considered a first line therapy, dopaminergic medications are now second line therapy due to augmentation. Augmentation is the worsening of RLS symptoms over time from drugs that act on the dopaminergic system. An estimated 5-10% of individuals taking dopaminergic medications experience new onset augmentation each year. Regular exercisers are 3.3 times less likely to have RLS than non-exercisers. For those individuals living with RLS, one study suggests that regular exercise reduces severity of the symptoms by an average of 40 percent. Iron deficiency without anemia has been associated with increased fatigue, depression, cognitive impairment, decreased work capacity, and also RLS. Caffeine has been linked to an increase in RLS symptoms. Many people also find that nicotine, alcohol and refined sugar may lead to an increase in RLS symptoms.

• #9 Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS): Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/9497-restless-legs-syndrome

  Restless legs syndrome causes sensations that make you want to move your legs. These sensations most often happen in your legs, but they can also affect your arms or your entire body. You may experience the following feelings: Crawling. Itching. Aching. Burning. Throbbing. Pulling. Tugging. […] Restless legs syndrome can affect anyone, including children, adolescents and adults. It’s more common to affect people after age 50. Symptoms tend to get worse as you age. […] Restless legs syndrome doesn’t affect your life expectancy, but it can affect your overall wellness. Symptoms may be mild to severe. Even mild symptoms can have a major impact on your life. Depending on what your definition of a serious medical condition is, your symptoms may fall into this category.

• #10 Symptoms of Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) | Stanford Health Care

  https://stanfordhealthcare.org/medical-conditions/sleep/restless-legs-syndrome/symptoms.html

  Symptoms may start when you are infant or at any time during your life. At first, your symptoms may be mild and occur only once in awhile. But symptoms usually get worse with age. After age 50, many people have daily symptoms and suffer from significant sleep loss. Severe insomnia, fatigue, anxiety, depression, and lack of social activity can affect your quality of life. […] RLS may start or become worse during pregnancy, especially after week 20.

• #11 Restless legs syndrome and related disorders Information | Mount Sinai – New York

  https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/report/restless-legs-syndrome-and-related-disorders

  Four out of five people who have RLS also report having PLMD, but only a third of people with PLMD report having RLS. […] RLS may affect 3% to 15% of the general population. It is more common in women than in men. In North America and Europe, its frequency increases with age. […] People with early-onset RLS (occurring in the teenage years or earlier) tend to have a family history of the disorder. They usually have RLS without accompanying pain. Early-onset RLS is more common in women than in men. […] People with late-onset RLS usually do not have a family history of RLS. The condition is more likely to result from a problem with the nervous system. Symptoms may also include pain in the lower legs. […] RLS rarely results in any serious consequences. However, recurring severe symptoms may cause mental distress, loss of sleep, and daytime sleepiness. Because the condition is worse while resting, people with severe RLS may avoid activities that involve extended periods of sitting, such as attending movies or traveling long distances.

• #12 Restless legs syndrome – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/restless-legs-syndrome/symptoms-causes/syc-20377168

  Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a condition that causes a very strong urge to move the legs. The urge to move usually is caused by an uncomfortable feeling in the legs. It typically happens in the evening or at night when sitting or lying down. Moving eases the discomfort for a short time. […] Restless legs syndrome can begin at any age and tends to get worse with age. It can disrupt sleep, which interferes with daily activities. RLS also is known as Willis-Ekbom disease. […] The chief symptom of restless legs syndrome is an urge to move the legs. It’s common to experience: Uncomfortable sensations that begin while resting. A feeling in the legs typically begins after you’ve been lying down or sitting for an extended time. It might happen while sitting in a car, airplane or movie theater.

• #13 Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS): 5 Symptoms

  https://www.health.com/condition/sleep/5-signs-you-may-have-restless-legs-syndrome

  About 7% to 10% of people in the United States have restless legs syndrome (RLS), a sleep and movement disorder. RLS symptoms typically include unpleasant or uncomfortable sensations, such as aching or creeping in the legs. People often feel an irresistible urge to move or shake their leg, which affects sleep. […] You may feel uncomfortable sensations, such as creeping, itching, pulling, or throbbing, if you have RLS. Some of these sensations may seem like they are affecting your skin, but they are not. These feelings can occur within one or both legs. […] One of the hallmark symptoms of RLS is an intense urge to move your legs. This urge usually comes alongside any uncomfortable sensations you can feel in your legs. […] The urge to move often begins or worsens during rest periods or inactivity, such as lying down or sitting. The longer you are at rest, the greater the chance you’ll develop symptoms.

• #14

  https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/restless-legs-syndrome/

  Restless legs syndrome, also known as Willis-Ekbom disease, is a common condition of the nervous system that causes an overwhelming irresistible urge to move the legs. […] The main symptom of restless legs syndrome is an overwhelming urge to move your legs. It can also cause an unpleasant crawling or creeping sensation in the feet, calves and thighs. […] The sensation is often worse in the evening or at night. Occasionally, the arms are affected, too. […] Restless legs syndrome is also associated with involuntary jerking of the legs and arms, known as periodic limb movements (PLM). […] Some people have the symptoms of restless legs syndrome occasionally, while others have them every day. […] The symptoms can vary from mild to severe. In severe cases, restless legs syndrome can be very distressing and disrupt a person’s daily activities.

• #15 Restless legs syndrome – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/restless-legs-syndrome/symptoms-causes/syc-20377168

  Relief with movement. The sensation of RLS lessens with movement. Stretching, jiggling the legs, pacing or walking may improve symptoms. […] Worsening of symptoms in the evening. Symptoms occur mainly at night. […] Nighttime leg twitching. RLS may be associated with another, more common condition called periodic limb movement of sleep. This condition causes the legs to twitch and kick during sleep, possibly throughout the night. […] People typically describe RLS symptoms as compelling, unpleasant feelings in the legs or feet. They usually happen on both sides of the body. Less commonly, the sensations affect the arms. […] The sensations are felt within the leg rather than on the skin. They’re described as: Crawling. Creeping. Pulling. Throbbing. Aching. Itching. Electric. […] Sometimes the feelings of RLS are hard to explain. People with RLS usually don’t describe the condition as a muscle cramp or numbness. They do, however, consistently describe the desire to move the legs.

• #16 Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS): Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/9497-restless-legs-syndrome

  Restless legs syndrome causes sensations that make you want to move your legs. These sensations most often happen in your legs, but they can also affect your arms or your entire body. You may experience the following feelings: Crawling. Itching. Aching. Burning. Throbbing. Pulling. Tugging. […] Restless legs syndrome can affect anyone, including children, adolescents and adults. It’s more common to affect people after age 50. Symptoms tend to get worse as you age. […] Restless legs syndrome doesn’t affect your life expectancy, but it can affect your overall wellness. Symptoms may be mild to severe. Even mild symptoms can have a major impact on your life. Depending on what your definition of a serious medical condition is, your symptoms may fall into this category.

• #17 Restless legs syndrome and related disorders Information | Mount Sinai – New York

  https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/report/restless-legs-syndrome-and-related-disorders

  Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a condition in which one has feelings of „pulling, searing, drawing, tingling, bubbling, or crawling” beneath the skin, usually in the calf area. This causes an irresistible urge to move the legs. The sensations can also affect the thighs, feet, and sometimes, even the arms. […] The core symptom of RLS is an irresistible urge to move the legs. Some people describe this symptom as a sense of unease and weariness in the lower leg. The sensations are aggravated by rest and relieved by movement. Specific characteristics of RLS include: Uncomfortable feelings of „pulling, searing, drawing, tingling, bubbling, or crawling” beneath the skin, usually in the calf area, causing an irresistible urge to move the legs. These sensations occur mostly in the lower legs, but they can sometimes affect the thighs, feet, and even in the arms. These may be the first symptoms of RLS in some people.

• #18 Restless Leg Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments

  https://brainfoundation.org.au/disorders/restless-legs-syndrome/

  Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) is a neurological disorder characterised by unpleasant sensations in the legs and the compelling need to move the legs, usually experienced when trying to sleep. The strange sensation, usually in the calves, has been described as a type of cramp, soreness or a creeping, crawling feeling. Some liken the sensation to shooting darts of electricity, or even squirming insects inside the legs. The sensations range in severity from uncomfortable to irritating to painful. […] The most distinctive feature of the condition is that lying down and trying to relax brings on the symptoms. As a result, most people with RLS have difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep. Left untreated, the condition can cause exhaustion and daytime fatigue. […] People with RLS feel uncomfortable sensations in their legs, especially when sitting or lying down, accompanied by an irresistible urge to move about. These sensations usually occur deep inside the leg, between the knee and ankle; more rarely, they occur in the feet, thighs, arms, and hands. Although the sensations can occur on just one side of the body, they most often affect both sides. Because moving the legs (or other affected parts of the body) relieves the discomfort, people with RLS often keep their legs in motion to minimize or prevent the sensations.

• #19 Restless Leg Syndrome: Causes, Home Remedies, and More

  https://www.healthline.com/health/restless-leg-syndrome

  RLS causes unpleasant sensations in the legs, along with a powerful urge to move them. For most people, that urge is more intense when you’re relaxed or trying to sleep. […] The most prominent symptom of RLS is the overwhelming urge to move your legs, especially when you’re sitting still or lying in bed. You might also feel unusual sensations like a tingling, crawling, or pulling sensation in your legs. Movement may relieve these sensations. […] People with RLS are likely to have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep because symptoms are worse at night. Daytime sleepiness, fatigue, and sleep deprivation can harm your physical and mental health. […] Symptoms usually affect both sides of the body, but some people have them on only one side. In mild cases, symptoms may come and go. RLS can also affect other parts of the body, including your arms and head. For most people with RLS, symptoms worsen with age.

• #20 Restless legs syndrome – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/restless-legs-syndrome/symptoms-causes/syc-20377168

  Relief with movement. The sensation of RLS lessens with movement. Stretching, jiggling the legs, pacing or walking may improve symptoms. […] Worsening of symptoms in the evening. Symptoms occur mainly at night. […] Nighttime leg twitching. RLS may be associated with another, more common condition called periodic limb movement of sleep. This condition causes the legs to twitch and kick during sleep, possibly throughout the night. […] People typically describe RLS symptoms as compelling, unpleasant feelings in the legs or feet. They usually happen on both sides of the body. Less commonly, the sensations affect the arms. […] The sensations are felt within the leg rather than on the skin. They’re described as: Crawling. Creeping. Pulling. Throbbing. Aching. Itching. Electric. […] Sometimes the feelings of RLS are hard to explain. People with RLS usually don’t describe the condition as a muscle cramp or numbness. They do, however, consistently describe the desire to move the legs.

• #21 Restless Leg Syndrome: Causes, Home Remedies, and More

  https://www.healthline.com/health/restless-leg-syndrome

  A more severe case of RLS is challenging to ignore. It can complicate the simplest activities, like going to the movies. A long plane ride can also be difficult. […] Children can experience the same tingling and pulling sensations in their legs as adults with RLS. But they may have a hard time describing it. They might call it a creepy crawly feeling. […] RLS can interfere with sleep, which can affect every aspect of life. A child with RLS may seem inattentive, irritable, or fidgety. They may be labeled disruptive or hyperactive. Diagnosing and treating RLS can help address these problems and improve school performance. […] Symptoms of RLS can spring up for the first time during pregnancy, usually in the last trimester. Data suggests that pregnant women may have two or three times higher risk of RLS. […] The reasons for this aren’t well-understood. Some possibilities are vitamin or mineral deficiencies, hormonal changes, or nerve compression. […] RLS is a lifelong condition with no cure, but medication can help manage symptoms.

• #22 Restless Legs Syndrome | Riley Children’s Health

  https://www.rileychildrens.org/health-info/restless-legs-syndrome

  Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a neurologic disorder marked by an uncomfortable feeling in the legs combined with an overwhelming urge to move the legs, which temporarily relieves the feeling. The symptoms of RLS are usually worse at night when a child is lying in bed. Children often have difficulty falling asleep and are restless in bed with complaints of leg discomfort. Some children may report these symptoms as “spiders crawling” or an urge to shake the legs or walk around to relieve the discomfort. […] Other symptoms of RLS include: Frequent leg kicking during sleep, Tossing and turning in bed, Bubbling, pulling or tugging sensation in the legs, Burning or searing sensation in the legs, Aching, throbbing or pain in the legs, Itching or gnawing feeling in the legs. RLS can make it difficult to fall asleep or stay asleep. A child may resist normal bedtime and refuse to go to sleep until late at night. Because the child is not sleeping well, there may also be behavioral changes that include: Aggression, Poor concentration, Hyperactivity, Daytime sleepiness.

• #23 Restless Legs Syndrome across the Lifespan: Symptoms, Pathophysiology, Management and Daily Life Impact of the Different Patterns of Disease Presentation

  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7277795/

  The pathophysiology of the disease, although consisting in some main mechanisms, can be modified or enriched by some cofactors, peculiar for different age ranges or for specific conditions (e.g., pregnancy), thus, contributing to symptomatology. […] RLS symptoms usually are located distal to the knee in the calf region, but the symptoms can also affect other body parts, such as the thigh and the arms. […] The patients complaints may be present daily or occasionally, and a day-to-day variability occurs, so that a distinction between intermittent RLS (symptoms less than twice weekly for the past year) and chronic persistent RLS (at least twice weekly for the past year) can be done. […] Despite the peculiarity of the clinical presentation of the disease, a great number of patients is still unrecognized or, worse, misdiagnosed by general practitioners and by neurologists.

• #24 Restless legs syndrome and related disorders Information | Mount Sinai – New York

  https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/report/restless-legs-syndrome-and-related-disorders

  Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a condition in which one has feelings of „pulling, searing, drawing, tingling, bubbling, or crawling” beneath the skin, usually in the calf area. This causes an irresistible urge to move the legs. The sensations can also affect the thighs, feet, and sometimes, even the arms. […] The core symptom of RLS is an irresistible urge to move the legs. Some people describe this symptom as a sense of unease and weariness in the lower leg. The sensations are aggravated by rest and relieved by movement. Specific characteristics of RLS include: Uncomfortable feelings of „pulling, searing, drawing, tingling, bubbling, or crawling” beneath the skin, usually in the calf area, causing an irresistible urge to move the legs. These sensations occur mostly in the lower legs, but they can sometimes affect the thighs, feet, and even in the arms. These may be the first symptoms of RLS in some people.

• #25 Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS): Causes, Symptoms & Treatments

  https://www.webmd.com/brain/restless-legs-syndrome/restless-legs-syndrome-rls

  People with restless legs syndrome have unusual feelings in their legs (such as itching, crawling, pulling, aching, throbbing, or pins and needles). They also have a powerful urge to move their legs to make the sensations go away. The condition can also happen in other areas such as the arms, chest, or head. The feelings usually happen on both sides of the body. They can also happen on only one side, or they might start on one side and then move to the other. RLS symptoms range from mild to unbearable. […] Your symptoms might come and go, and the intensity can vary between episodes. Theyre generally worse in the evening and at night. […] Symptoms almost always go away in the early morning, so people who have RLS can often sleep well then. […] For some people, symptoms may cause severe nightly sleep disruption that can impair their quality of life.

• #26

  https://www.goodpath.com/learn/restless-leg-syndrome

  You may have difficulty trying to describe the symptoms. They include a strong urge to move the legs and uncomfortable sensations deep inside the legs. You may use terms like restless, twitchy, need to move, tension, itching, painful, or burning to describe them. […] Most often, the sensations involve the lower legs, but they may affect other areas like your thighs or arms. […] The symptoms usually affect both legs but may go back and forth from one leg to the other. Rarely, RLS affects only one leg. […] The frequency of symptoms varies, ranging from rarely to daily. They may also be different from one episode to the next. […] Due to the timing of the symptoms, RLS disrupts sleep. You may have trouble falling asleep and wake up often during the night. Daytime fatigue is common and may cause challenges at work or school, or with your other activities.

• #27 Restless legs syndrome: MedlinePlus GeneticsLock

  https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/condition/restless-legs-syndrome/

  Restless legs syndrome is a neurological condition that causes an irresistible urge to move the legs. The movement is triggered by strange or uncomfortable feelings, often described as crawling, pulling, or itching, deep within both legs. The feelings usually occur while the affected person is sitting or lying down and are worse at night. Movement, such as kicking, stretching, rubbing, or pacing, make the discomfort go away, at least temporarily. The unpleasant feelings and the resulting need to move the legs often make it difficult for an affected person to fall asleep or stay asleep. […] The signs and symptoms of restless legs syndrome range from mild to severe; people with mild cases may experience symptoms a few times a month, while those with more severe cases may have symptoms every night. In severe cases, the uncomfortable feelings can affect the arms or other parts of the body in addition to the legs.

• #28 Diagnosing and Treating Restless Legs Syndrome – WWMG Blog

  https://www.wwmedgroup.com/restless-legs-syndrome

  RLS usually affects the legs. But it can also cause unpleasant feelings in the arms, torso, or even a phantom limb. […] Like any condition that impacts quality of sleep, RLS can lead to daytime sleepiness, anxiety and depression, confusion, and difficulty thinking clearly. […] RLS and periodic limb movements may also disturb the sleep of a bed partner. This could cause fatigue for both people and can strain the relationship. […] RLS generally is a lifelong condition. Many people who are severely affected are middle-aged or older. Symptoms typically become more frequent and last longer as a person ages.

• #29 Restless legs syndrome – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/restless-legs-syndrome/symptoms-causes/syc-20377168

  Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a condition that causes a very strong urge to move the legs. The urge to move usually is caused by an uncomfortable feeling in the legs. It typically happens in the evening or at night when sitting or lying down. Moving eases the discomfort for a short time. […] Restless legs syndrome can begin at any age and tends to get worse with age. It can disrupt sleep, which interferes with daily activities. RLS also is known as Willis-Ekbom disease. […] The chief symptom of restless legs syndrome is an urge to move the legs. It’s common to experience: Uncomfortable sensations that begin while resting. A feeling in the legs typically begins after you’ve been lying down or sitting for an extended time. It might happen while sitting in a car, airplane or movie theater.

• #30 Restless Legs Syndrome | National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke

  https://www.ninds.nih.gov/health-information/disorders/restless-legs-syndrome

  Worsening of symptoms at night with a distinct symptom-free period in the early morning. People with RLS may have difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep. […] RLS symptoms may vary from day to day and from person to person. With moderately severe RLS, symptoms might only occur once or twice a week but often make it very difficult to fall asleep and cause some problems with function during the day. In severe cases of RLS, the person will have symptoms more than twice a week. […] Individuals with RLS may experience remissions, periods in which symptoms decrease or disappear for weeks or months, usually during the early stages of the condition. However, symptoms often reappear and become more severe over time.

• #31 Restless legs syndrome and related disorders Information | Mount Sinai – New York

  https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/report/restless-legs-syndrome-and-related-disorders

  Symptoms usually occur at night when people are most relaxed, with their legs at rest, lying down. In more severe cases, symptoms also occur during the day while sitting. Movement relieves the symptoms. […] RLS episodes usually occur between 10 p.m. and 4 a.m. Symptoms are often worse shortly after midnight and disappear by morning. If the condition becomes more severe, people may begin to have symptoms during the day, but the problem is always worse at night. […] Disturbed nighttime sleep due to the unpleasant sensations and strong urge to move the legs. Resisting the urge to move the legs usually leads to tension build up until the legs jerk uncontrollably. People who experience daytime symptoms may find it difficult to sit during air or car travel, or through classes or meetings. People may feel excessively tired during the daytime as a result of inadequate or poor sleep.

• #32 Restless legs syndrome – Wikipedia

  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Restless_legs_syndrome

  „Worsening of symptoms by relaxation.” Sitting or lying down (reading, plane ride, watching TV) can trigger the sensations and urge to move. Severity depends on the severity of the person’s RLS, the degree of restfulness, the duration of the inactivity, etc. […] „Variability throughout the day-night cycle, with symptoms worse in the evening and early in the night.” Some experience RLS only at bedtime, while others experience it throughout the day and night. Most people experience the worst symptoms in the evening and the least in the morning. […] „Restless legs feel similar to the urge to yawn, situated in the legs or arms.” These symptoms of RLS can make sleeping difficult for many patients and a 2005 National Sleep Foundation poll shows the presence of significant daytime difficulties resulting from this condition. These problems range from being late for work to missing work or events because of drowsiness. Patients with RLS who responded reported driving while drowsy more than patients without RLS. These daytime difficulties can translate into safety, social and economic issues for the patient and for society.

• #33 Restless legs syndrome and related disorders Information | Mount Sinai – New York

  https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/report/restless-legs-syndrome-and-related-disorders

  Symptoms usually occur at night when people are most relaxed, with their legs at rest, lying down. In more severe cases, symptoms also occur during the day while sitting. Movement relieves the symptoms. […] RLS episodes usually occur between 10 p.m. and 4 a.m. Symptoms are often worse shortly after midnight and disappear by morning. If the condition becomes more severe, people may begin to have symptoms during the day, but the problem is always worse at night. […] Disturbed nighttime sleep due to the unpleasant sensations and strong urge to move the legs. Resisting the urge to move the legs usually leads to tension build up until the legs jerk uncontrollably. People who experience daytime symptoms may find it difficult to sit during air or car travel, or through classes or meetings. People may feel excessively tired during the daytime as a result of inadequate or poor sleep.

• #34 Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS): Causes, Symptoms & Treatments

  https://www.webmd.com/brain/restless-legs-syndrome/restless-legs-syndrome-rls

  People with restless legs syndrome have unusual feelings in their legs (such as itching, crawling, pulling, aching, throbbing, or pins and needles). They also have a powerful urge to move their legs to make the sensations go away. The condition can also happen in other areas such as the arms, chest, or head. The feelings usually happen on both sides of the body. They can also happen on only one side, or they might start on one side and then move to the other. RLS symptoms range from mild to unbearable. […] Your symptoms might come and go, and the intensity can vary between episodes. Theyre generally worse in the evening and at night. […] Symptoms almost always go away in the early morning, so people who have RLS can often sleep well then. […] For some people, symptoms may cause severe nightly sleep disruption that can impair their quality of life.

• #35 Restless legs syndrome – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/restless-legs-syndrome/symptoms-causes/syc-20377168

  Relief with movement. The sensation of RLS lessens with movement. Stretching, jiggling the legs, pacing or walking may improve symptoms. […] Worsening of symptoms in the evening. Symptoms occur mainly at night. […] Nighttime leg twitching. RLS may be associated with another, more common condition called periodic limb movement of sleep. This condition causes the legs to twitch and kick during sleep, possibly throughout the night. […] People typically describe RLS symptoms as compelling, unpleasant feelings in the legs or feet. They usually happen on both sides of the body. Less commonly, the sensations affect the arms. […] The sensations are felt within the leg rather than on the skin. They’re described as: Crawling. Creeping. Pulling. Throbbing. Aching. Itching. Electric. […] Sometimes the feelings of RLS are hard to explain. People with RLS usually don’t describe the condition as a muscle cramp or numbness. They do, however, consistently describe the desire to move the legs.

• #36 Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS): 5 Symptoms

  https://www.health.com/condition/sleep/5-signs-you-may-have-restless-legs-syndrome

  You may find that only walking, stretching, or other movements relieve uncomfortable sensations. Moving may partly or wholly relieve discomfort. These feelings can go away soon after starting any physical activity. The relief also tends to last as long as you are moving. […] RLS symptoms likely get worse at night. Your symptoms may not be RLS if they are not worse at night since this is one of the diagnostic criteria. […] Some people with RLS can also have severe daytime symptoms. A study published in 2015 noted that one-third of people with RLS had symptoms starting in the early morning that worsened as the day progressed. […] The final requirement for an RLS diagnosis is that another medical or behavioral condition does not cause your symptoms. These health concerns may include leg cramps or habitual foot tapping.

• #37 Restless legs syndrome – Wikipedia

  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Restless_legs_syndrome

  „An urge to move, usually due to uncomfortable sensations that occur primarily in the legs, but occasionally in the arms or elsewhere.” The sensations are unusual and unlike other common sensations. Those with RLS have difficulty describing them, using words or phrases such as uncomfortable, painful, 'antsy’, electrical, creeping, itching, pins and needles, pulling, crawling, buzzing, and numbness. It is sometimes described as similar to a limb 'falling asleep’ or an exaggerated sense of positional awareness of the affected area. The sensation and the urge can occur in any body part; the most cited location is the legs, followed by the arms. Some people have little or no sensation but still have a strong urge to move. […] „Motor restlessness, expressed as activity, which relieves the urge to move.” Movement usually brings immediate relief, although temporary and partial. Walking is most common; however, stretching, yoga, biking, or other physical activity may relieve the symptoms. Continuous, fast up-and-down movements of the leg, and/or rapidly moving the legs toward then away from each other, may keep sensations at bay without walking. Specific movements may be unique to each person.

• #38 Restless legs syndrome (RLS) causes, symptoms and treatment | HealthPartners Blog

  https://www.healthpartners.com/blog/restless-legs-syndrome/

  If youve ever laid down at the end of the day and felt an irresistible urge to move your legs, even if youre tired and ready for bed, you may be experiencing restless legs syndrome (RLS). […] RLS is a condition characterized by an irresistible urge to move your legs. It can cause unpleasant sensations under your skin that have been described as: Tingling, Creeping, Aching, Crawling, Prickling, Pulling. […] These sensations are usually felt in the calf, but can occur anywhere from your ankles to your thighs, and may cause your legs to make jerking motions throughout the night, disrupting your sleep. […] Typically, symptoms start to occur after sitting for long periods of time, late in the day or when you lay down at night. They may also occur during periods of inactivity. […] While RLS most commonly affects the legs, you can have these sensations in other places like your arms or torso. You may also experience these sensations after youve fallen asleep.

• #39 Restless Legs Syndrome | National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke

  https://www.ninds.nih.gov/health-information/disorders/restless-legs-syndrome

  Restless legs syndrome (RLS) also known as Willis-Ekbom Disease is a neurological condition that causes an irresistible urge to move the legs. […] RLS is a sleep disorder triggered by resting and attempting to sleep. It is also a movement condition, as people with RLS are forced to move their legs to find relief from symptoms. […] People with RLS generally feel an irresistible urge to move, accompanied by uncomfortable sensations in their legs. The sensations may feel like aching, throbbing, pulling, itching, crawling, or creeping. […] Common features of RLS include: Symptoms after rest. Sensations typically occur when the individual is inactive and sitting for extended periods (e.g., taking a plane trip or watching a movie). […] Relief of discomfort with movement. People with RLS may need to keep their legs (or other affected parts of the body) in motion to minimize or prevent the sensations.

• #40 Restless Legs Syndrome Symptoms & Diagnosis

  https://www2.neupro.com/symptoms-of-restless-leg-syndrome

  Even though Restless Legs Syndrome (Willis-Ekbom disease) is one of the most common neurological disorders in North America, there’s no real test for diagnosis. However, there are four key points doctors use to diagnose RLS. They can be described using the word URGE. […] Urge to move the legs: sometimes accompanied by uncomfortable sensations deep in the legs that may be described as tingling, creeping, crawling, itching, or burning. […] Rest induced: the urge to move gets worse during inactivityresting, sitting, or lying down. […] Gets better with activity: movement such as walking or stretching brings relief, but unpleasant sensations reappear when you stop. […] Evening and night: the urge to move increases in the evening or at night or occurs only in the evening or at night.

• #41

  https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/restless-legs-syndrome/symptoms/

  Restless legs syndrome typically causes an overwhelming urge to move your legs and an uncomfortable sensation in your legs. […] These unpleasant sensations can range from mild to unbearable, and are usually worse in the evening and during the night. […] Some people experience symptoms occasionally, while others have them every day. […] More than 80% of people with restless legs syndrome also have periodic limb movements (PLM). […] If you have PLM, your leg will jerk or twitch uncontrollably, usually at night while you’re asleep. […] The movements are brief and repetitive, and usually occur every 20 to 40 seconds. […] PLM can be severe enough to wake up both you and your partner.

• #42 Restless Legs Syndrome | AAFP

  https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2008/0715/p235.html

  Restless legs syndrome is a common neurologic movement disorder that affects approximately 10 percent of adults. Of those affected with this condition, approximately one third have symptoms severe enough to require medical therapy. The diagnosis is clinical, requiring an urge to move the legs usually accompanied by an uncomfortable sensation, occurrence at rest, improvement with activity, and worsening of symptoms in the evening or at night. Restless legs syndrome causes sleep disturbances, is associated with anxiety and depression, and has a negative effect on quality of life. […] The prevalence of RLS increases with age, although approximately one third of patients with RLS first experience symptoms before 18 years of age. RLS is more common in females. […] The presence of periodic limb movements of sleep (PLMS) is supportive for the diagnosis of RLS. Approximately 80 percent of individuals with RLS experience PLMS, but less than one half of individuals with PLMS also have RLS.

• #43 Restless legs syndrome | NHS inform

  https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/brain-nerves-and-spinal-cord/restless-legs-syndrome/

  Restless legs syndrome typically causes an overwhelming urge to move your legs. It also causes an uncomfortable sensation in your legs, which can affect your arms, chest and face. […] These unpleasant sensations can range from mild to unbearable. Theyre usually worse in the evening and during the night. The sensation can often be relieved by moving or rubbing your legs. […] Some people experience symptoms occasionally, while others have them every day. You may find it difficult to sit for long periods of time, like on a long train journey. […] Up to 80% of people with restless legs syndrome also have periodic limb movements in sleep (PLMS). […] If you have PLMS, your leg will jerk or twitch uncontrollably, usually at night while youre asleep. The movements are brief and repetitive, and usually occur every 10 to 60 seconds. […] PLMS can be severe enough to wake up both you and your partner. The involuntary leg movements can also occur when youre awake and resting.

• #44 Restless legs syndrome: MedlinePlus GeneticsLock

  https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/condition/restless-legs-syndrome/

  Many people with restless legs syndrome also experience uncontrollable, repetitive leg movements that occur while they are sleeping or while relaxed or drowsy. When these movements occur during sleep, they are called periodic limb movements of sleep (PLMS); when they occur while a person is awake, they are called periodic limb movements of wakefulness (PLMW). […] Restless legs syndrome and PLMS can affect the quality and amount of sleep. As a result of these conditions, affected individuals may have difficulty concentrating during the day, and some develop mood swings, depression, or other health problems. […] Researchers have described early-onset and late-onset forms of restless legs syndrome. The early-onset form begins before age 45, and sometimes as early as childhood. The signs and symptoms of this form usually worsen slowly with time. The late-onset form begins after age 45, and its signs and symptoms tend to worsen more rapidly.

• #45 Restless Legs Syndrome | MemorialCareSearchMemorial Care Logoarrow-rightarrow-rightExitarrow-rightSearchfacebookTikTokYouTubeInstagramLinkedInCalendarcaret-down/expandarrow-rightarrow-rightarrow-leftarrow-rightarrow-rightarrow-rightarrow-rightarrow-rightf

  https://www.memorialcare.org/services/sleep-disorders-care/restless-legs-syndrome

  Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a neurological disorder characterized by unpleasant sensations in the legs and an uncontrollable urge to move when at rest in an effort to relieve these feelings. RLS affects as many as 12 million Americans. More than 80 percent of people with RLS also experience a more common condition known as periodic limb movement disorder (PLMD). […] Restless legs syndrome symptoms may include: Difficulty falling asleep. Difficulty staying asleep. Exhaustion. Daytime fatigue. Difficulty concentrating and impaired memory. Burning sensation, feeling of creeping, tugging, or like insects crawling inside the legs in the legs. Sensations are mostly present when lying down or relaxing and may range in severity from uncomfortable to irritating to painful when lying down or relaxing.

• #46 Restless Legs Syndrome | MemorialCareSearchMemorial Care Logoarrow-rightarrow-rightExitarrow-rightSearchfacebookTikTokYouTubeInstagramLinkedInCalendarcaret-down/expandarrow-rightarrow-rightarrow-leftarrow-rightarrow-rightarrow-rightarrow-rightarrow-rightf

  https://www.memorialcare.org/services/sleep-disorders-care/restless-legs-syndrome

  Periodic limb movement disorder symptoms may include: Involuntary leg twitching or jerking movements during sleep that typically occur every 10 to 60 seconds, sometimes throughout the night. Repeated awakening. Severely disrupted sleep. […] The cause of restless legs syndrome and periodic limb movement disorder are unknown.

• #47

  https://bpac.org.nz/bpj/2012/december/restlesslegs.aspx

  The presence of PLMS in a person with restless legs syndrome is likely to increase the severity of impact on the person’s quality of life through the combination of delayed sleep onset from restless legs syndrome and poor quality sleep from PLMS. […] The diagnostic criteria for restless legs syndrome is a history of: A strong and often overwhelming urge to move the affected limbs, often associated with an uncomfortable or tingling sensation (paraesthesia or dysaesthesia). […] Symptoms that are worse at night and are absent or negligible in the morning. […] Symptoms that are partially or totally relieved by leg movement. […] The limb movements associated with restless legs syndrome are characteristic and repetitive – usually repeated dorsiflexing of the big toe or flexion of the ankle, knee or hip, lasting between 5 – 90 seconds and occurring periodically.

• #48 Restless legs syndrome – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/restless-legs-syndrome/symptoms-causes/syc-20377168

  It’s common for symptoms to get better and worse. Sometimes symptoms disappear for periods of time, then come back. […] Restless legs syndrome symptoms can range from being mild to having a serious impact on people’s lives. Many people with RLS find it hard to fall or stay asleep. […] Serious symptoms of RLS can affect quality of life and result in depression. Not being able to sleep may lead to excessive daytime drowsiness, but RLS may interfere with napping.

• #49 Restless legs syndrome – Wikipedia

  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Restless_legs_syndrome

  RLS may either be of early onset, occurring before age 45, or late-onset, occurring after age 45. Early-onset cases tend to progress more slowly and involve fewer comorbidities, while cases in older patients may progress suddenly and alongside other conditions. […] RLS symptoms may gradually worsen with age, although more slowly for those with the idiopathic form of RLS than those with an associated medical condition. Current therapies can control the disorder, minimizing symptoms and increasing periods of restful sleep. In addition, some people have remissions, periods in which symptoms decrease or disappear for days, weeks, or months, although symptoms usually eventually reappear. Being diagnosed with RLS does not indicate or foreshadow another neurological disease, such as Parkinson’s disease. RLS symptoms can worsen over time when dopamine-related drugs are used for therapy, an effect called augmentation which may represent symptoms occurring throughout the day and affect movements of all limbs. There is no cure for RLS.

• #50 Restless legs syndrome – Wikipedia

  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Restless_legs_syndrome

  RLS may contribute to higher rates of depression and anxiety disorders in RLS patients. […] RLS is categorized as either primary or secondary. Primary RLS is considered idiopathic or with no known cause. Primary RLS usually begins slowly, before approximately 40-45 years of age, and may disappear for months or even years. It is often progressive and gets worse with age. Secondary RLS often has a sudden onset after age 40 and may be daily from the beginning. It is most associated with specific medical conditions or certain drugs. […] Diagnosis of RLS is generally based on a person’s symptoms after ruling out other potential causes. Risk factors include low iron levels, kidney failure, Parkinson’s disease, diabetes mellitus, rheumatoid arthritis, pregnancy and celiac disease. A number of medications may also trigger the disorder including antidepressants, antipsychotics, antihistamines, and calcium channel blockers.

• #51 Do You Have Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS)? Treatment Advice Has Changed > News > Yale Medicine

  https://www.yalemedicine.org/news/restless-legs-syndrome-advice-has-changed

  Restless legs syndrome (RLS) triggers an irresistible urge to move the legs to alleviate what some describe as a creeping, crawling, prickly, tingly sensation that bothers them when they are drowsy or resting. […] However, long-term data shows that while these drugs provide short-term relief, they often make RLS symptoms worse over time. […] RLS can be categorized as early-onset, with symptoms surfacing before age 45 and sometimes much earlier, or late-onset, beginning after age 45, when it tends to worsen more rapidly. […] Relief is immediate with walking, stretching, or other movement, but the feeling can come back when those activities stop. […] RLS is linked to diabetes and kidney failure. Some medications, like antidepressants, antihistamines, and allergy drugs, can also cause it.

• #52 Restless legs syndrome: MedlinePlus GeneticsLock

  https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/condition/restless-legs-syndrome/

  Many people with restless legs syndrome also experience uncontrollable, repetitive leg movements that occur while they are sleeping or while relaxed or drowsy. When these movements occur during sleep, they are called periodic limb movements of sleep (PLMS); when they occur while a person is awake, they are called periodic limb movements of wakefulness (PLMW). […] Restless legs syndrome and PLMS can affect the quality and amount of sleep. As a result of these conditions, affected individuals may have difficulty concentrating during the day, and some develop mood swings, depression, or other health problems. […] Researchers have described early-onset and late-onset forms of restless legs syndrome. The early-onset form begins before age 45, and sometimes as early as childhood. The signs and symptoms of this form usually worsen slowly with time. The late-onset form begins after age 45, and its signs and symptoms tend to worsen more rapidly.

• #53 Restless legs syndrome (RLS) causes, symptoms and treatment | HealthPartners Blog

  https://www.healthpartners.com/blog/restless-legs-syndrome/

  RLS can start in infancy and occur at any time in your life, with mild symptoms that worsen with age. So its important to address your symptoms as soon as you begin to experience them. […] Because after age 50, many people with untreated RLS have significant sleep loss and daily symptoms, which may cause severe fatigue, insomnia, anxiety, depression and even a lack of social activity as RLS can affect daily life. […] There are two types of RLS. The first is early onset, where a diagnosis happens before age 45. With early onset RLS, it usually runs in families and symptoms progress slowly. […] The other type is late onset RLS. Its usually diagnosed after age 45, isnt typically hereditary and progresses much more quickly than early onset RLS. […] RLS doesnt always require you to go to the doctor, and if its caused by another condition like anemia, treating that condition will usually ease RLS symptoms.

• #54 Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS): Causes, Symptoms & Treatments

  https://www.webmd.com/brain/restless-legs-syndrome/restless-legs-syndrome-rls

  People with restless legs syndrome have unusual feelings in their legs (such as itching, crawling, pulling, aching, throbbing, or pins and needles). They also have a powerful urge to move their legs to make the sensations go away. The condition can also happen in other areas such as the arms, chest, or head. The feelings usually happen on both sides of the body. They can also happen on only one side, or they might start on one side and then move to the other. RLS symptoms range from mild to unbearable. […] Your symptoms might come and go, and the intensity can vary between episodes. Theyre generally worse in the evening and at night. […] Symptoms almost always go away in the early morning, so people who have RLS can often sleep well then. […] For some people, symptoms may cause severe nightly sleep disruption that can impair their quality of life.

• #55 Restless legs syndrome

  https://www1.racgp.org.au/ajgp/2023/september/restless-legs-syndrome

  The onset and severity of RLS increases with age, and the condition occurs twice as more commonly in women, although the risks are equivalent between men and nulliparous women, indicating pregnancy is a significant contributor. […] Symptoms are most likely to occur in the third trimester and usually resolve around the time of delivery. […] Chronic persistent RLS occurs, on average, at least twice weekly. […] Intermittent RLS is commonly described as symptoms occurring less than twice a week. […] Disturbed sleep is common and might be the sole reason for attending primary care, with sleep onset and maintenance complaints reported in up to 90% of patients with RLS.

• #56 Restless Legs Syndrome across the Lifespan: Symptoms, Pathophysiology, Management and Daily Life Impact of the Different Patterns of Disease Presentation

  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7277795/

  The pathophysiology of the disease, although consisting in some main mechanisms, can be modified or enriched by some cofactors, peculiar for different age ranges or for specific conditions (e.g., pregnancy), thus, contributing to symptomatology. […] RLS symptoms usually are located distal to the knee in the calf region, but the symptoms can also affect other body parts, such as the thigh and the arms. […] The patients complaints may be present daily or occasionally, and a day-to-day variability occurs, so that a distinction between intermittent RLS (symptoms less than twice weekly for the past year) and chronic persistent RLS (at least twice weekly for the past year) can be done. […] Despite the peculiarity of the clinical presentation of the disease, a great number of patients is still unrecognized or, worse, misdiagnosed by general practitioners and by neurologists.

• #57 Restless Legs Syndrome | National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke

  https://www.ninds.nih.gov/health-information/disorders/restless-legs-syndrome

  Worsening of symptoms at night with a distinct symptom-free period in the early morning. People with RLS may have difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep. […] RLS symptoms may vary from day to day and from person to person. With moderately severe RLS, symptoms might only occur once or twice a week but often make it very difficult to fall asleep and cause some problems with function during the day. In severe cases of RLS, the person will have symptoms more than twice a week. […] Individuals with RLS may experience remissions, periods in which symptoms decrease or disappear for weeks or months, usually during the early stages of the condition. However, symptoms often reappear and become more severe over time.

• #58

  https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/restless-legs-syndrome/

  Restless legs syndrome, also known as Willis-Ekbom disease, is a common condition of the nervous system that causes an overwhelming irresistible urge to move the legs. […] The main symptom of restless legs syndrome is an overwhelming urge to move your legs. It can also cause an unpleasant crawling or creeping sensation in the feet, calves and thighs. […] The sensation is often worse in the evening or at night. Occasionally, the arms are affected, too. […] Restless legs syndrome is also associated with involuntary jerking of the legs and arms, known as periodic limb movements (PLM). […] Some people have the symptoms of restless legs syndrome occasionally, while others have them every day. […] The symptoms can vary from mild to severe. In severe cases, restless legs syndrome can be very distressing and disrupt a person’s daily activities.

• #59 Restless Legs Syndrome

  https://www.nwhealthporter.com/restless-legs-syndrome

  Most cases of RLS appear to worsen with age, with older patients experiencing symptoms more frequently and for longer durations. RLS is generally a lifelong condition for which there is no cure. […] Mild restless legs syndrome Symptoms occur periodically, with only mild disruption of sleep. Moderately severe restless legs syndrome Symptoms occur one to two times per week, and disrupt the ability to fall asleep, causing daytime fatigue. Severe restless legs syndrome Symptoms occur more than two times each week and frequently disrupt the ability to both fall asleep and stay asleep throughout the night. […] An uncontrollable urge to move your legs while at rest, experienced with uncomfortable sensations in the legs that have been characterized as itching, creeping, pulling or tugging. Uncomfortable leg sensations worsen during periods of rest, and increase in severity throughout the duration of the resting period. Relief from the uncomfortable leg sensations is experienced when moving your legs, often leaving sufferers with an irresistible urge to constantly move their legs while at rest. Uncomfortable leg sensations worsen when lying down and in the evening, or during periods of inactivity such as long flights, car trips or even sitting in a movie theater.

• #60 Restless legs syndrome is incurable – here’s how to manage the symptoms

  https://theconversation.com/restless-legs-syndrome-is-incurable-heres-how-to-manage-the-symptoms-248169

  Restless legs syndrome (RLS), also known as Willis-Ekbom Disease, is a neurological condition that affects about 7% of people. Typical symptoms include an irresistible urge to move your legs, alongside sensations of aching, crawling, creeping, itching, pulling or throbbing. […] Each persons condition is categorised as mild, moderate, severe or very severe according to the international rating scale, which measures the effects of RLS on limb discomfort and sleep disruption, as well as frequency of symptoms. RLS symptoms have a 24-hour cycle known as a circadian rhythm. Symptoms tend to peak at night, coinciding with the bodys increase in melatonin release. […] Other people may develop secondary RLS as a result of other conditions, such as iron deficiency anaemia, chronic kidney disease, diabetes, Parkinsons disease, rheumatoid arthritis, underactive thyroid gland, and fibromyalgia. While primary RLS is more common than secondary, the latter is usually more severe and progresses more rapidly.

• #61

  https://bpac.org.nz/bpj/2012/december/restlesslegs.aspx

  Restless legs syndrome can occur secondary to one of the following factors or conditions: Iron deficiency, Pregnancy, especially in the last trimester, Hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism, Rheumatoid arthritis, Uraemia from chronic kidney disease, Peripheral neuropathies, due to conditions such as diabetes and Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease. […] Management of the cause, if identified, is likely to eliminate or reduce the severity of restless legs syndrome in most people. […] Pharmacological treatment should be limited to people with severe symptoms who are distressed by their condition and whose daytime function is affected by poor sleep quality, despite lifestyle intervention and exclusion of secondary causes. […] It is estimated that approximately 20% of people with restless legs syndrome have severe symptoms.

• #62 Restless legs syndrome – Wikipedia

  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Restless_legs_syndrome

  RLS may either be of early onset, occurring before age 45, or late-onset, occurring after age 45. Early-onset cases tend to progress more slowly and involve fewer comorbidities, while cases in older patients may progress suddenly and alongside other conditions. […] RLS symptoms may gradually worsen with age, although more slowly for those with the idiopathic form of RLS than those with an associated medical condition. Current therapies can control the disorder, minimizing symptoms and increasing periods of restful sleep. In addition, some people have remissions, periods in which symptoms decrease or disappear for days, weeks, or months, although symptoms usually eventually reappear. Being diagnosed with RLS does not indicate or foreshadow another neurological disease, such as Parkinson’s disease. RLS symptoms can worsen over time when dopamine-related drugs are used for therapy, an effect called augmentation which may represent symptoms occurring throughout the day and affect movements of all limbs. There is no cure for RLS.

• #63 Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS): Causes, Symptoms & Treatments

  https://www.webmd.com/brain/restless-legs-syndrome/restless-legs-syndrome-rls

  RLS symptoms are often at their worst after periods of rest. You may notice them after you’ve been inactive and sitting for a long period. For example, your symptoms may get worse if you’re on a long flight or watching a movie. […] RLS is unpleasant and uncomfortable, but you may or may not have pain. […] Your RLS discomfort and trouble sleeping may lead to other problems including mood changes, tiredness during the day, trouble concentrating or paying attention, memory problems, trouble getting things done or being productive, depression, and anxiety. […] Restless legs syndrome is a lifelong condition that might get worse with age. But some people go into remission and dont have symptoms for days to years. […] In some cases, restless legs syndrome can disappear on its own. But this is rare. Instead, for most people, symptoms get worse over time.

• #64 Restless Leg Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments

  https://brainfoundation.org.au/disorders/restless-legs-syndrome/

  RLS is generally a lifelong condition for which there is no cure. Symptoms may gradually worsen with age (though more slowly for those with the form of RLS not associated with any other disorder than for patients who also suffer from another medical condition such as those mentioned above). Nevertheless, current therapies can control the disorder, minimising symptoms and increasing periods of restful sleep. In addition, some patients have remissions periods in which symptoms decrease or disappear for days, weeks, or months, although symptoms usually eventually reappear.

• #65 Restless Legs Syndrome | AAFP

  https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2008/0715/p235.html

  RLS has a negative impact on quality of life. Individuals with RLS are more likely to be depressed or anxious. Insomnia and its consequences are common in RLS, with patients having trouble initiating and maintaining sleep. […] RLS has a variable course, but symptoms tend to progress with advancing age. Some individuals may experience spontaneous improvement in their symptoms for a period of time, but symptoms tend to recur. Individuals with RLS secondary to an underlying condition may have improvement or resolution of symptoms if the underlying condition is treated. Medications, when needed, may provide relief of symptoms.

• #66 Restless legs syndrome (RLS): Symptoms and more

  https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/7882

  As RLS leads to difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep, the person may be tired during the day. A person can also experience mood changes, depression, and anxiety. […] Secondary RLS may resolve after addressing the underlying cause. If RLS occurs due to pregnancy, it should resolve a few weeks after delivery. […] In other cases, there is no known cure for RLS. However, a person might experience periods of remission, when they experience no or few symptoms for a number of weeks or months. […] Restless legs syndrome (RLS) causes the legs to feel heavy. Symptoms usually resolve with moving or stretching the legs. […] Primary RLS has no known cause, but home remedies and medical treatments may help alleviate symptoms. It is also possible to enter a period of remission, where symptoms go away for weeks or months. […] Secondary RLS happens due to an underlying cause, such as diabetes, iron deficiency, kidney disease, and more. Secondary RLS can also occur during pregnancy.

• #67 Restless Leg Syndrome & Pregnancy: Symptoms & TreatmentCloseleft-arrowleft-arrowleft-arrowleft-arrowleft-arrowleft-arrowCloseReconfirm cookies choice

  https://www.tommys.org/pregnancy-information/im-pregnant/restless-legs-syndrome

  Restless legs syndrome, also known as Willis-Ekbom disease, is a common condition of the nervous system. It causes an overwhelming urge to move your legs. The main symptom is the overwhelming urge to move your legs. But you may also have unpleasant feelings in your legs. Some people describe these feelings as: tingling, burning, itching, 'crawling’, like ants moving up and down the legs, like fizzy water in the veins. These feelings are often worse just below the knee, but you may also feel it in your thighs, feet and arms. Symptoms of restless legs syndrome can range from mild to severe and may sometimes even be painful. Some people have symptoms of restless legs syndrome every day, whereas others only have them sometimes. Your symptoms may be worse when you’re resting, such as in the evening or at night, or if you have been sitting down for a long time. Your symptoms may also feel better when you start to move about again. Restless legs syndrome caused by pregnancy usually occurs during the third trimester (the last 3 months of pregnancy). Yes. If your symptoms are caused by pregnancy, it’s likely that they will go away soon after giving birth. Some people who have restless legs syndrome during pregnancy have an increased risk of having it again in later life.

• #68 Restless Legs Syndrome across the Lifespan: Symptoms, Pathophysiology, Management and Daily Life Impact of the Different Patterns of Disease Presentation

  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7277795/

  The main consequence of RLS is sleep disruption. Hence, the more the sleep is disturbed, the more the disorder will have a clinical impact, in terms of cognitive functions and quality of life. […] The clinical impact of RLS is not only related to the fatigue induced by sleep disruption and subjectively perceived by the patient, but it is possibly also linked to a more extended systemic disruption. […] Quality of life has been shown to be strongly affected by moderate to severe RLS, especially in underdiagnosed patients. […] The diagnosis of RLS can be challenging in some patients, especially children and elderly people, and the effective treatment might be difficult to obtain, because of problems inherent to the disease itself and to its specific features as well as of certain conditions characterizing different patient groups.

• #69 Restless legs syndrome and related disorders Information | Mount Sinai – New York

  https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/report/restless-legs-syndrome-and-related-disorders

  Inability to sleep during the night due to RLS symptoms and subsequent daytime sleepiness can cause mood changes. Lack of sleep can also contribute to workplace errors and car crashes. […] People with RLS are more likely to suffer problems such as social isolation, frequent daytime headaches, and depression. They may also complain of lower sex drive and other problems related to insufficient sleep. […] It is not clear if RLS is responsible for mood problems or if anxiety or depression contributes to RLS. Anxiety can cause agitation and leg restlessness that resemble RLS. Depression and RLS symptoms also overlap.

• #70 Restless Legs Syndrome | National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke

  https://www.ninds.nih.gov/health-information/disorders/restless-legs-syndrome

  Restless legs syndrome (RLS) also known as Willis-Ekbom Disease is a neurological condition that causes an irresistible urge to move the legs. […] RLS is a sleep disorder triggered by resting and attempting to sleep. It is also a movement condition, as people with RLS are forced to move their legs to find relief from symptoms. […] People with RLS generally feel an irresistible urge to move, accompanied by uncomfortable sensations in their legs. The sensations may feel like aching, throbbing, pulling, itching, crawling, or creeping. […] Common features of RLS include: Symptoms after rest. Sensations typically occur when the individual is inactive and sitting for extended periods (e.g., taking a plane trip or watching a movie). […] Relief of discomfort with movement. People with RLS may need to keep their legs (or other affected parts of the body) in motion to minimize or prevent the sensations.

• #71 Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS): Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/9497-restless-legs-syndrome

  Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a movement condition that causes a strong urge to move your legs when you’re resting. You may also feel sensations like itching, pulling, crawling or throbbing. Symptoms are more common when your body is at rest in the evening. It usually occurs in addition to uncomfortable sensations in your legs like throbbing or aching. The urge to constantly move can interfere with your ability to relax or fall asleep. […] Symptoms of restless legs syndrome include: Uncomfortable sensations in your legs that make you want to move them. Sensations get worse when you’re resting. Relief of discomfort (at least temporarily) when you move your legs. Twitchy legs or leg jerks in the evening and during sleep. […] Symptoms of restless legs syndrome can affect your sleep. This can cause: Sleep disruptions, difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. The urge to get out of bed to stretch or move your legs. Fatigue or daytime sleepiness. Behavior or mood changes. Difficulty paying attention, remembering things or concentrating. Depression or anxiety.

• #72 Restless legs syndrome – symptoms, treatment and causes | healthdirect

  https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/restless-legs-syndrome

  Restless legs syndrome is a common condition where you have an urge to move your legs to relieve unpleasant sensations. […] Symptoms of restless legs syndrome are usually worse when you’re trying to fall asleep and can prevent you from getting enough sleep. […] If you have restless legs syndrome, you might have unpleasant sensations in your legs, such as burning, tingling, aching, itching, pins and needles, electric currents or insects crawling under your skin. […] Symptoms are usually worse in the evening and at night, especially when you’re trying to fall asleep. […] This can make it hard for you to fall asleep. It can also wake you up during the night. You might not get enough sleep, which can make you feel irritable or tired during the day. […] Possible complications of restless legs syndrome include mood and anxiety disorders, insomnia, daytime sleepiness, problems with your daytime functioning, such as work, and reduced quality of life.

• #73 Restless Leg Syndrome Causes, Treatment, Symptoms, Test, Cure

  https://www.medicinenet.com/restless_leg_syndrome/article.htm

  Restless leg syndrome usually begins slowly. Over time, the legs become more affected. Less frequently, restless leg syndrome can affect the arms. […] There is no cure for restless leg syndrome; however, the condition usually responds well to home remedies and medications. The outlook is excellent for people with restless leg syndrome as long as it does not weaken or damage the function of the legs. […] Because restless legs syndrome (RLS) flares up during rest, the sensations urge you to move your legs constantly all through the night. You may get fewer hours of sleep each night if you have RLS. […] Many people with severe instances of RLS sleep for fewer than five hours every night. […] The accumulated sleep loss from restless legs syndrome can leave you drowsy during the day, irritated, and make concentrating difficult. This may have a significant influence on both your work and personal life. […] People who suffer from restless legs syndrome are more prone to suffer from depression or anxiety.

• #74 Restless legs syndrome (RLS) | Better Health Channel

  https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/restless-legs-syndrome-rls

  Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is characterised by the compelling urge to move the legs, particularly when in bed and trying to sleep. […] The strange sensation in the calves has been described as a type of cramp, soreness or a creeping, crawling feeling. Some liken the sensation to shooting darts of electricity or even squirming insects inside the legs. […] The symptoms can be mild, moderate or severe. In severe cases, the person may be unable to sleep. […] Sleep deprivation is one of the more common side effects of RLS, since sufferers may need to get out of bed and walk around many times every night in order to alleviate the cramps. […] As with many sleep disorders, inadequate sleep or sleep deprivation will make RLS worse.

• #75 Restless Leg Syndrome Causes, Treatment, Symptoms, Test, Cure

  https://www.medicinenet.com/restless_leg_syndrome/article.htm

  Restless leg syndrome usually begins slowly. Over time, the legs become more affected. Less frequently, restless leg syndrome can affect the arms. […] There is no cure for restless leg syndrome; however, the condition usually responds well to home remedies and medications. The outlook is excellent for people with restless leg syndrome as long as it does not weaken or damage the function of the legs. […] Because restless legs syndrome (RLS) flares up during rest, the sensations urge you to move your legs constantly all through the night. You may get fewer hours of sleep each night if you have RLS. […] Many people with severe instances of RLS sleep for fewer than five hours every night. […] The accumulated sleep loss from restless legs syndrome can leave you drowsy during the day, irritated, and make concentrating difficult. This may have a significant influence on both your work and personal life. […] People who suffer from restless legs syndrome are more prone to suffer from depression or anxiety.

• #76 Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS): Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/9497-restless-legs-syndrome

  Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a movement condition that causes a strong urge to move your legs when you’re resting. You may also feel sensations like itching, pulling, crawling or throbbing. Symptoms are more common when your body is at rest in the evening. It usually occurs in addition to uncomfortable sensations in your legs like throbbing or aching. The urge to constantly move can interfere with your ability to relax or fall asleep. […] Symptoms of restless legs syndrome include: Uncomfortable sensations in your legs that make you want to move them. Sensations get worse when you’re resting. Relief of discomfort (at least temporarily) when you move your legs. Twitchy legs or leg jerks in the evening and during sleep. […] Symptoms of restless legs syndrome can affect your sleep. This can cause: Sleep disruptions, difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. The urge to get out of bed to stretch or move your legs. Fatigue or daytime sleepiness. Behavior or mood changes. Difficulty paying attention, remembering things or concentrating. Depression or anxiety.

• #77 Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS): Causes, Symptoms & Treatments

  https://www.webmd.com/brain/restless-legs-syndrome/restless-legs-syndrome-rls

  RLS symptoms are often at their worst after periods of rest. You may notice them after you’ve been inactive and sitting for a long period. For example, your symptoms may get worse if you’re on a long flight or watching a movie. […] RLS is unpleasant and uncomfortable, but you may or may not have pain. […] Your RLS discomfort and trouble sleeping may lead to other problems including mood changes, tiredness during the day, trouble concentrating or paying attention, memory problems, trouble getting things done or being productive, depression, and anxiety. […] Restless legs syndrome is a lifelong condition that might get worse with age. But some people go into remission and dont have symptoms for days to years. […] In some cases, restless legs syndrome can disappear on its own. But this is rare. Instead, for most people, symptoms get worse over time.

• #78 Restless Legs Syndrome and Heart Health | American Heart Association

  https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/sleep-disorders/restless-legs-syndrome

  Fatigue and daytime sleepiness. […] Problems with memory, focus, and concentration. […] Mood swings. […] Depression and anxiety. […] There is no cure for restless legs syndrome. Some symptoms can be managed through medication and lifestyle changes. Your doctor may also treat another health condition that could be causing your restless legs syndrome, like diabetes or iron deficiency anemia.

• #79 Restless Legs: Symptoms Of Vein Disease | USA Vein Clinics

  https://www.usaveinclinics.com/vein-disease-symptoms/restless-legs/

  Poor sleep quality can also have long-term effects on your health, such as an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, weakened immunity, and diabetes. […] If you have restless leg syndrome and varicose veins, it’s possible your RLS symptoms are caused by venous insufficiency. […] There are several potential causes of restless leg syndrome, including iron deficiency, caffeine consumption, and kidney disease. […] If lifestyle habits, such as inactivity or chronic caffeine consumption, are contributing to your RLS symptoms, you may benefit from regular exercise and limiting your caffeine consumption. […] For those who have RLS and varicose veins, treating the vein disease may help you get relief. […] Here are some of the symptoms that might indicate venous insufficiency is behind your restless legs: Leg swelling, Leg heaviness, Aching or throbbing, Itchiness, Family history of varicose veins or RLS. […] RLS isn’t just a nuisance. It can impact everything from your sleep quality to your long-term well-being.

• #80 Restless legs syndrome – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/restless-legs-syndrome/symptoms-causes/syc-20377168

  It’s common for symptoms to get better and worse. Sometimes symptoms disappear for periods of time, then come back. […] Restless legs syndrome symptoms can range from being mild to having a serious impact on people’s lives. Many people with RLS find it hard to fall or stay asleep. […] Serious symptoms of RLS can affect quality of life and result in depression. Not being able to sleep may lead to excessive daytime drowsiness, but RLS may interfere with napping.

• #81 Restless legs syndrome and related disorders Information | Mount Sinai – New York

  https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/report/restless-legs-syndrome-and-related-disorders

  Inability to sleep during the night due to RLS symptoms and subsequent daytime sleepiness can cause mood changes. Lack of sleep can also contribute to workplace errors and car crashes. […] People with RLS are more likely to suffer problems such as social isolation, frequent daytime headaches, and depression. They may also complain of lower sex drive and other problems related to insufficient sleep. […] It is not clear if RLS is responsible for mood problems or if anxiety or depression contributes to RLS. Anxiety can cause agitation and leg restlessness that resemble RLS. Depression and RLS symptoms also overlap.

• #82 Restless Legs Syndrome across the Lifespan: Symptoms, Pathophysiology, Management and Daily Life Impact of the Different Patterns of Disease Presentation

  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7277795/

  The main consequence of RLS is sleep disruption. Hence, the more the sleep is disturbed, the more the disorder will have a clinical impact, in terms of cognitive functions and quality of life. […] The clinical impact of RLS is not only related to the fatigue induced by sleep disruption and subjectively perceived by the patient, but it is possibly also linked to a more extended systemic disruption. […] Quality of life has been shown to be strongly affected by moderate to severe RLS, especially in underdiagnosed patients. […] The diagnosis of RLS can be challenging in some patients, especially children and elderly people, and the effective treatment might be difficult to obtain, because of problems inherent to the disease itself and to its specific features as well as of certain conditions characterizing different patient groups.

• #83 Restless legs syndrome – symptoms, treatment and causes | healthdirect

  https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/restless-legs-syndrome

  Restless legs syndrome is a common condition where you have an urge to move your legs to relieve unpleasant sensations. […] Symptoms of restless legs syndrome are usually worse when you’re trying to fall asleep and can prevent you from getting enough sleep. […] If you have restless legs syndrome, you might have unpleasant sensations in your legs, such as burning, tingling, aching, itching, pins and needles, electric currents or insects crawling under your skin. […] Symptoms are usually worse in the evening and at night, especially when you’re trying to fall asleep. […] This can make it hard for you to fall asleep. It can also wake you up during the night. You might not get enough sleep, which can make you feel irritable or tired during the day. […] Possible complications of restless legs syndrome include mood and anxiety disorders, insomnia, daytime sleepiness, problems with your daytime functioning, such as work, and reduced quality of life.

• #84 Restless legs syndrome and related disorders Information | Mount Sinai – New York

  https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/report/restless-legs-syndrome-and-related-disorders

  Four out of five people who have RLS also report having PLMD, but only a third of people with PLMD report having RLS. […] RLS may affect 3% to 15% of the general population. It is more common in women than in men. In North America and Europe, its frequency increases with age. […] People with early-onset RLS (occurring in the teenage years or earlier) tend to have a family history of the disorder. They usually have RLS without accompanying pain. Early-onset RLS is more common in women than in men. […] People with late-onset RLS usually do not have a family history of RLS. The condition is more likely to result from a problem with the nervous system. Symptoms may also include pain in the lower legs. […] RLS rarely results in any serious consequences. However, recurring severe symptoms may cause mental distress, loss of sleep, and daytime sleepiness. Because the condition is worse while resting, people with severe RLS may avoid activities that involve extended periods of sitting, such as attending movies or traveling long distances.

• #85 Restless legs syndrome – Wikipedia

  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Restless_legs_syndrome

  „Worsening of symptoms by relaxation.” Sitting or lying down (reading, plane ride, watching TV) can trigger the sensations and urge to move. Severity depends on the severity of the person’s RLS, the degree of restfulness, the duration of the inactivity, etc. […] „Variability throughout the day-night cycle, with symptoms worse in the evening and early in the night.” Some experience RLS only at bedtime, while others experience it throughout the day and night. Most people experience the worst symptoms in the evening and the least in the morning. […] „Restless legs feel similar to the urge to yawn, situated in the legs or arms.” These symptoms of RLS can make sleeping difficult for many patients and a 2005 National Sleep Foundation poll shows the presence of significant daytime difficulties resulting from this condition. These problems range from being late for work to missing work or events because of drowsiness. Patients with RLS who responded reported driving while drowsy more than patients without RLS. These daytime difficulties can translate into safety, social and economic issues for the patient and for society.

• #86 Restless Leg Syndrome: Causes, Home Remedies, and More

  https://www.healthline.com/health/restless-leg-syndrome

  A more severe case of RLS is challenging to ignore. It can complicate the simplest activities, like going to the movies. A long plane ride can also be difficult. […] Children can experience the same tingling and pulling sensations in their legs as adults with RLS. But they may have a hard time describing it. They might call it a creepy crawly feeling. […] RLS can interfere with sleep, which can affect every aspect of life. A child with RLS may seem inattentive, irritable, or fidgety. They may be labeled disruptive or hyperactive. Diagnosing and treating RLS can help address these problems and improve school performance. […] Symptoms of RLS can spring up for the first time during pregnancy, usually in the last trimester. Data suggests that pregnant women may have two or three times higher risk of RLS. […] The reasons for this aren’t well-understood. Some possibilities are vitamin or mineral deficiencies, hormonal changes, or nerve compression. […] RLS is a lifelong condition with no cure, but medication can help manage symptoms.

• #87 Restless legs syndrome and related disorders Information | Mount Sinai – New York

  https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/report/restless-legs-syndrome-and-related-disorders

  Symptoms usually occur at night when people are most relaxed, with their legs at rest, lying down. In more severe cases, symptoms also occur during the day while sitting. Movement relieves the symptoms. […] RLS episodes usually occur between 10 p.m. and 4 a.m. Symptoms are often worse shortly after midnight and disappear by morning. If the condition becomes more severe, people may begin to have symptoms during the day, but the problem is always worse at night. […] Disturbed nighttime sleep due to the unpleasant sensations and strong urge to move the legs. Resisting the urge to move the legs usually leads to tension build up until the legs jerk uncontrollably. People who experience daytime symptoms may find it difficult to sit during air or car travel, or through classes or meetings. People may feel excessively tired during the daytime as a result of inadequate or poor sleep.

• #88 Restless legs syndrome and related disorders Information | Mount Sinai – New York

  https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/report/restless-legs-syndrome-and-related-disorders

  Inability to sleep during the night due to RLS symptoms and subsequent daytime sleepiness can cause mood changes. Lack of sleep can also contribute to workplace errors and car crashes. […] People with RLS are more likely to suffer problems such as social isolation, frequent daytime headaches, and depression. They may also complain of lower sex drive and other problems related to insufficient sleep. […] It is not clear if RLS is responsible for mood problems or if anxiety or depression contributes to RLS. Anxiety can cause agitation and leg restlessness that resemble RLS. Depression and RLS symptoms also overlap.

• #89 Diagnosing and Treating Restless Legs Syndrome – WWMG Blog

  https://www.wwmedgroup.com/restless-legs-syndrome

  RLS usually affects the legs. But it can also cause unpleasant feelings in the arms, torso, or even a phantom limb. […] Like any condition that impacts quality of sleep, RLS can lead to daytime sleepiness, anxiety and depression, confusion, and difficulty thinking clearly. […] RLS and periodic limb movements may also disturb the sleep of a bed partner. This could cause fatigue for both people and can strain the relationship. […] RLS generally is a lifelong condition. Many people who are severely affected are middle-aged or older. Symptoms typically become more frequent and last longer as a person ages.

• #90 Restless Legs Syndrome | Riley Children’s Health

  https://www.rileychildrens.org/health-info/restless-legs-syndrome

  Symptoms may also be caused by periods of inactivity such as long car trips, sitting in a movie theater, long-distance flights or immobilization in a cast. Parents may mistake these symptoms for “growing pains” or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). […] RLS affects about 2 to 3 percent of children in the U.S. Symptoms are usually worse at night when a child is in bed. Parents may mistake RLS symptoms for “growing pains” or attention deficit disorder.

• #91 Restless Leg Syndrome | Children’s Hospital Colorado

  https://www.childrenscolorado.org/conditions-and-advice/conditions-and-symptoms/conditions/restless-leg-syndrome/

  Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a condition that causes a strong urge to move the legs. This urge to move may be accompanied by other uncomfortable sensations felt inside the legs that are difficult for children to describe. The uncomfortable sensation and urge to move are made worse by rest or lying down and are temporarily relieved by walking or moving the legs. […] RLS symptoms often begin during childhood or adolescence. About 35% of patients report RLS before age 20, and 10% tell doctors that their symptoms appeared by age 10. […] Children and adults with RLS or PLMD commonly have disturbed sleep because of the condition. In children, sleep disturbance may occur before they complain of leg discomfort. The quality and quantity of a child’s sleep are often decreased, resulting in moodiness, irritability, inattentiveness, fatigue or hyperactivity. […] Restless legs syndrome is a real medical condition that calls for proper evaluation, diagnosis and treatment. Some children with RLS complain of the sensations more during the day than at night.

• #92 Restless legs syndrome and related disorders Information | Mount Sinai – New York

  https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/report/restless-legs-syndrome-and-related-disorders

  Four out of five people who have RLS also report having PLMD, but only a third of people with PLMD report having RLS. […] RLS may affect 3% to 15% of the general population. It is more common in women than in men. In North America and Europe, its frequency increases with age. […] People with early-onset RLS (occurring in the teenage years or earlier) tend to have a family history of the disorder. They usually have RLS without accompanying pain. Early-onset RLS is more common in women than in men. […] People with late-onset RLS usually do not have a family history of RLS. The condition is more likely to result from a problem with the nervous system. Symptoms may also include pain in the lower legs. […] RLS rarely results in any serious consequences. However, recurring severe symptoms may cause mental distress, loss of sleep, and daytime sleepiness. Because the condition is worse while resting, people with severe RLS may avoid activities that involve extended periods of sitting, such as attending movies or traveling long distances.

• #93 Restless legs syndrome – Wikipedia

  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Restless_legs_syndrome

  Restless legs syndrome (RLS), also known as Willis-Ekbom disease (WED), is a neurological disorder, usually chronic, that causes an overwhelming urge to move one’s legs. There is often an unpleasant feeling in the legs that improves temporarily by moving them. This feeling is often described as aching, tingling, or crawling in nature. Occasionally, arms may also be affected. The feelings generally happen when at rest and therefore can make it hard to sleep. Sleep disruption may leave people with RLS sleepy during the day, with low energy, and irritable or depressed. Additionally, many have limb twitching during sleep, a condition known as periodic limb movement disorder. RLS is not the same as habitual foot-tapping or leg-rocking. […] RLS sensations range from pain or aching in the muscles, to „an itch you can’t scratch”, a „buzzing sensation”, an unpleasant „tickle that won’t stop”, a „crawling” feeling, or limbs jerking while awake. The sensations typically begin or intensify during quiet wakefulness, such as when relaxing, reading, studying, or trying to sleep. The sensations and the need to move may return immediately after ceasing movement or at a later time. RLS may start at any age, including childhood, and is a progressive disease for some, while the symptoms may remit in others. In a survey among members of the Restless Legs Syndrome Foundation, it was found that up to 45% of patients had their first symptoms before the age of 20 years.

• #94 Restless Legs Syndrome | Riley Children’s Health

  https://www.rileychildrens.org/health-info/restless-legs-syndrome

  Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a neurologic disorder marked by an uncomfortable feeling in the legs combined with an overwhelming urge to move the legs, which temporarily relieves the feeling. The symptoms of RLS are usually worse at night when a child is lying in bed. Children often have difficulty falling asleep and are restless in bed with complaints of leg discomfort. Some children may report these symptoms as “spiders crawling” or an urge to shake the legs or walk around to relieve the discomfort. […] Other symptoms of RLS include: Frequent leg kicking during sleep, Tossing and turning in bed, Bubbling, pulling or tugging sensation in the legs, Burning or searing sensation in the legs, Aching, throbbing or pain in the legs, Itching or gnawing feeling in the legs. RLS can make it difficult to fall asleep or stay asleep. A child may resist normal bedtime and refuse to go to sleep until late at night. Because the child is not sleeping well, there may also be behavioral changes that include: Aggression, Poor concentration, Hyperactivity, Daytime sleepiness.

• #95 Restless Legs Syndrome | Riley Children’s Health

  https://www.rileychildrens.org/health-info/restless-legs-syndrome

  Symptoms may also be caused by periods of inactivity such as long car trips, sitting in a movie theater, long-distance flights or immobilization in a cast. Parents may mistake these symptoms for “growing pains” or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). […] RLS affects about 2 to 3 percent of children in the U.S. Symptoms are usually worse at night when a child is in bed. Parents may mistake RLS symptoms for “growing pains” or attention deficit disorder.

• #96 Symptoms of Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) | Stanford Health Care

  https://stanfordhealthcare.org/medical-conditions/sleep/restless-legs-syndrome/symptoms.html

  Symptoms may start when you are infant or at any time during your life. At first, your symptoms may be mild and occur only once in awhile. But symptoms usually get worse with age. After age 50, many people have daily symptoms and suffer from significant sleep loss. Severe insomnia, fatigue, anxiety, depression, and lack of social activity can affect your quality of life. […] RLS may start or become worse during pregnancy, especially after week 20.

• #97 Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) Symptoms, Treatment, Self Care

  https://www.helpguide.org/wellness/sleep/restless-leg-syndrome-rls

  Restless legs syndrome (RLS), also known as Willis-Ekbom Disease, is a neurological disorder that causes strange and unpleasant tingling, aching, and itching sensations in your legs at night. The almost irresistible urge to move your legs when you lie down or relax can last for hours and prevent you from getting the sleep you need, taking a severe toll on your waking life. […] Mild symptoms of RLS may start in early adulthood and then increase with age. After age 50, RLS symptoms often increase in severity and significantly disrupt sleep. […] Common descriptions include: a creepy-crawly feeling, tingling, itching, prickling, burning, pulling, tugging, and aching. Some people have said it feels like bugs are crawling up their legs, a fizzy soda is bubbling through their veins, or they have a deep bone itch.

• #98 Restless Leg Syndrome: Causes, Home Remedies, and More

  https://www.healthline.com/health/restless-leg-syndrome

  A more severe case of RLS is challenging to ignore. It can complicate the simplest activities, like going to the movies. A long plane ride can also be difficult. […] Children can experience the same tingling and pulling sensations in their legs as adults with RLS. But they may have a hard time describing it. They might call it a creepy crawly feeling. […] RLS can interfere with sleep, which can affect every aspect of life. A child with RLS may seem inattentive, irritable, or fidgety. They may be labeled disruptive or hyperactive. Diagnosing and treating RLS can help address these problems and improve school performance. […] Symptoms of RLS can spring up for the first time during pregnancy, usually in the last trimester. Data suggests that pregnant women may have two or three times higher risk of RLS. […] The reasons for this aren’t well-understood. Some possibilities are vitamin or mineral deficiencies, hormonal changes, or nerve compression. […] RLS is a lifelong condition with no cure, but medication can help manage symptoms.

• #99 Symptoms of Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) | Stanford Health Care

  https://stanfordhealthcare.org/medical-conditions/sleep/restless-legs-syndrome/symptoms.html

  Symptoms may start when you are infant or at any time during your life. At first, your symptoms may be mild and occur only once in awhile. But symptoms usually get worse with age. After age 50, many people have daily symptoms and suffer from significant sleep loss. Severe insomnia, fatigue, anxiety, depression, and lack of social activity can affect your quality of life. […] RLS may start or become worse during pregnancy, especially after week 20.

• #100 Restless legs syndrome

  https://www1.racgp.org.au/ajgp/2023/september/restless-legs-syndrome

  The onset and severity of RLS increases with age, and the condition occurs twice as more commonly in women, although the risks are equivalent between men and nulliparous women, indicating pregnancy is a significant contributor. […] Symptoms are most likely to occur in the third trimester and usually resolve around the time of delivery. […] Chronic persistent RLS occurs, on average, at least twice weekly. […] Intermittent RLS is commonly described as symptoms occurring less than twice a week. […] Disturbed sleep is common and might be the sole reason for attending primary care, with sleep onset and maintenance complaints reported in up to 90% of patients with RLS.

• #101 Restless Leg Syndrome & Pregnancy: Symptoms & TreatmentCloseleft-arrowleft-arrowleft-arrowleft-arrowleft-arrowleft-arrowCloseReconfirm cookies choice

  https://www.tommys.org/pregnancy-information/im-pregnant/restless-legs-syndrome

  Restless legs syndrome, also known as Willis-Ekbom disease, is a common condition of the nervous system. It causes an overwhelming urge to move your legs. The main symptom is the overwhelming urge to move your legs. But you may also have unpleasant feelings in your legs. Some people describe these feelings as: tingling, burning, itching, 'crawling’, like ants moving up and down the legs, like fizzy water in the veins. These feelings are often worse just below the knee, but you may also feel it in your thighs, feet and arms. Symptoms of restless legs syndrome can range from mild to severe and may sometimes even be painful. Some people have symptoms of restless legs syndrome every day, whereas others only have them sometimes. Your symptoms may be worse when you’re resting, such as in the evening or at night, or if you have been sitting down for a long time. Your symptoms may also feel better when you start to move about again. Restless legs syndrome caused by pregnancy usually occurs during the third trimester (the last 3 months of pregnancy). Yes. If your symptoms are caused by pregnancy, it’s likely that they will go away soon after giving birth. Some people who have restless legs syndrome during pregnancy have an increased risk of having it again in later life.

• #102 Restless Leg Syndrome: Causes, Home Remedies, and More

  https://www.healthline.com/health/restless-leg-syndrome

  A more severe case of RLS is challenging to ignore. It can complicate the simplest activities, like going to the movies. A long plane ride can also be difficult. […] Children can experience the same tingling and pulling sensations in their legs as adults with RLS. But they may have a hard time describing it. They might call it a creepy crawly feeling. […] RLS can interfere with sleep, which can affect every aspect of life. A child with RLS may seem inattentive, irritable, or fidgety. They may be labeled disruptive or hyperactive. Diagnosing and treating RLS can help address these problems and improve school performance. […] Symptoms of RLS can spring up for the first time during pregnancy, usually in the last trimester. Data suggests that pregnant women may have two or three times higher risk of RLS. […] The reasons for this aren’t well-understood. Some possibilities are vitamin or mineral deficiencies, hormonal changes, or nerve compression. […] RLS is a lifelong condition with no cure, but medication can help manage symptoms.

• #103 Restless legs syndrome – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/restless-legs-syndrome/symptoms-causes/syc-20377168

  It’s common for symptoms to get better and worse. Sometimes symptoms disappear for periods of time, then come back. […] Restless legs syndrome symptoms can range from being mild to having a serious impact on people’s lives. Many people with RLS find it hard to fall or stay asleep. […] Serious symptoms of RLS can affect quality of life and result in depression. Not being able to sleep may lead to excessive daytime drowsiness, but RLS may interfere with napping.

• #104 Diagnosing and Treating Restless Legs Syndrome – WWMG Blog

  https://www.wwmedgroup.com/restless-legs-syndrome

  As its name implies, Restless Legs Syndrome causes unpleasant or uncomfortable sensations followed by an irresistible impulse to move the legs. […] Frequent nighttime symptoms can lead to sleep loss and fatigue, negatively impacting ones energy level, daily activities, and ultimately their health. […] Symptoms of RLS include an aching, throbbing, pulling, itching, crawling, or creeping feeling in the legs with an unavoidable urge to move the limbs. These sensations may occur when sleeping, resting or sitting for long periods, such as in a car or airplane. […] RLS symptoms may vary from day to day, in severity and frequency, and from person to person. In severe cases of RLS, the symptoms occur more than twice a week. […] During sleep, many individuals with RLS have involuntary or jerking leg movements called periodic limb movements. These movements may disrupt sleep and over time contribute to sleep deprivation, which can negatively impact ones health.

• #105 Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS): Causes, Symptoms & Treatments

  https://www.webmd.com/brain/restless-legs-syndrome/restless-legs-syndrome-rls

  RLS symptoms are often at their worst after periods of rest. You may notice them after you’ve been inactive and sitting for a long period. For example, your symptoms may get worse if you’re on a long flight or watching a movie. […] RLS is unpleasant and uncomfortable, but you may or may not have pain. […] Your RLS discomfort and trouble sleeping may lead to other problems including mood changes, tiredness during the day, trouble concentrating or paying attention, memory problems, trouble getting things done or being productive, depression, and anxiety. […] Restless legs syndrome is a lifelong condition that might get worse with age. But some people go into remission and dont have symptoms for days to years. […] In some cases, restless legs syndrome can disappear on its own. But this is rare. Instead, for most people, symptoms get worse over time.

• #106

  https://www.goodpath.com/learn/restless-leg-syndrome

  You may have difficulty trying to describe the symptoms. They include a strong urge to move the legs and uncomfortable sensations deep inside the legs. You may use terms like restless, twitchy, need to move, tension, itching, painful, or burning to describe them. […] Most often, the sensations involve the lower legs, but they may affect other areas like your thighs or arms. […] The symptoms usually affect both legs but may go back and forth from one leg to the other. Rarely, RLS affects only one leg. […] The frequency of symptoms varies, ranging from rarely to daily. They may also be different from one episode to the next. […] Due to the timing of the symptoms, RLS disrupts sleep. You may have trouble falling asleep and wake up often during the night. Daytime fatigue is common and may cause challenges at work or school, or with your other activities.

• #107 Restless Legs Syndrome across the Lifespan: Symptoms, Pathophysiology, Management and Daily Life Impact of the Different Patterns of Disease Presentation

  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7277795/

  Restless legs syndrome is a common but still underdiagnosed neurologic disorder, characterized by peculiar symptoms typically occurring in the evening and at night, and resulting in sleep disruption and daily functioning impairment. […] Patients typically present with sensory symptoms and discomfort in their legs, an urge to move at rest above all in the evening, and consequently, sleep disturbances, but they are often undiagnosed and untreated for years. […] RLS can occur as an isolated disease, mostly at a young age, or can be associated with comorbidities such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, renal failure, arterial hypertension and peripheral neuropathy. […] RLS is a disease uniquely showing how lifetime of the patients generally or of a single patient as well can be interested in different ways. RLS can affect people all across their lifespan, existing early-onset forms of the disease and late-onset forms as well.

• #108 Restless legs syndrome – Wikipedia

  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Restless_legs_syndrome

  RLS may contribute to higher rates of depression and anxiety disorders in RLS patients. […] RLS is categorized as either primary or secondary. Primary RLS is considered idiopathic or with no known cause. Primary RLS usually begins slowly, before approximately 40-45 years of age, and may disappear for months or even years. It is often progressive and gets worse with age. Secondary RLS often has a sudden onset after age 40 and may be daily from the beginning. It is most associated with specific medical conditions or certain drugs. […] Diagnosis of RLS is generally based on a person’s symptoms after ruling out other potential causes. Risk factors include low iron levels, kidney failure, Parkinson’s disease, diabetes mellitus, rheumatoid arthritis, pregnancy and celiac disease. A number of medications may also trigger the disorder including antidepressants, antipsychotics, antihistamines, and calcium channel blockers.

• #109

  https://bpac.org.nz/bpj/2012/december/restlesslegs.aspx

  Restless legs syndrome can occur secondary to one of the following factors or conditions: Iron deficiency, Pregnancy, especially in the last trimester, Hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism, Rheumatoid arthritis, Uraemia from chronic kidney disease, Peripheral neuropathies, due to conditions such as diabetes and Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease. […] Management of the cause, if identified, is likely to eliminate or reduce the severity of restless legs syndrome in most people. […] Pharmacological treatment should be limited to people with severe symptoms who are distressed by their condition and whose daytime function is affected by poor sleep quality, despite lifestyle intervention and exclusion of secondary causes. […] It is estimated that approximately 20% of people with restless legs syndrome have severe symptoms.

• #110 Do You Have Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS)? Treatment Advice Has Changed > News > Yale Medicine

  https://www.yalemedicine.org/news/restless-legs-syndrome-advice-has-changed

  Restless legs syndrome (RLS) triggers an irresistible urge to move the legs to alleviate what some describe as a creeping, crawling, prickly, tingly sensation that bothers them when they are drowsy or resting. […] However, long-term data shows that while these drugs provide short-term relief, they often make RLS symptoms worse over time. […] RLS can be categorized as early-onset, with symptoms surfacing before age 45 and sometimes much earlier, or late-onset, beginning after age 45, when it tends to worsen more rapidly. […] Relief is immediate with walking, stretching, or other movement, but the feeling can come back when those activities stop. […] RLS is linked to diabetes and kidney failure. Some medications, like antidepressants, antihistamines, and allergy drugs, can also cause it.

• #111 Restless Legs Syndrome | AAFP

  https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2008/0715/p235.html

  RLS has a negative impact on quality of life. Individuals with RLS are more likely to be depressed or anxious. Insomnia and its consequences are common in RLS, with patients having trouble initiating and maintaining sleep. […] RLS has a variable course, but symptoms tend to progress with advancing age. Some individuals may experience spontaneous improvement in their symptoms for a period of time, but symptoms tend to recur. Individuals with RLS secondary to an underlying condition may have improvement or resolution of symptoms if the underlying condition is treated. Medications, when needed, may provide relief of symptoms.

• #112

  https://bpac.org.nz/bpj/2012/december/restlesslegs.aspx

  Restless legs syndrome can occur secondary to one of the following factors or conditions: Iron deficiency, Pregnancy, especially in the last trimester, Hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism, Rheumatoid arthritis, Uraemia from chronic kidney disease, Peripheral neuropathies, due to conditions such as diabetes and Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease. […] Management of the cause, if identified, is likely to eliminate or reduce the severity of restless legs syndrome in most people. […] Pharmacological treatment should be limited to people with severe symptoms who are distressed by their condition and whose daytime function is affected by poor sleep quality, despite lifestyle intervention and exclusion of secondary causes. […] It is estimated that approximately 20% of people with restless legs syndrome have severe symptoms.

• #113 Restless legs syndrome – Wikipedia

  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Restless_legs_syndrome

  RLS may either be of early onset, occurring before age 45, or late-onset, occurring after age 45. Early-onset cases tend to progress more slowly and involve fewer comorbidities, while cases in older patients may progress suddenly and alongside other conditions. […] RLS symptoms may gradually worsen with age, although more slowly for those with the idiopathic form of RLS than those with an associated medical condition. Current therapies can control the disorder, minimizing symptoms and increasing periods of restful sleep. In addition, some people have remissions, periods in which symptoms decrease or disappear for days, weeks, or months, although symptoms usually eventually reappear. Being diagnosed with RLS does not indicate or foreshadow another neurological disease, such as Parkinson’s disease. RLS symptoms can worsen over time when dopamine-related drugs are used for therapy, an effect called augmentation which may represent symptoms occurring throughout the day and affect movements of all limbs. There is no cure for RLS.

• #114 Restless Leg Syndrome: Causes, Home Remedies, and More

  https://www.healthline.com/health/restless-leg-syndrome

  A more severe case of RLS is challenging to ignore. It can complicate the simplest activities, like going to the movies. A long plane ride can also be difficult. […] Children can experience the same tingling and pulling sensations in their legs as adults with RLS. But they may have a hard time describing it. They might call it a creepy crawly feeling. […] RLS can interfere with sleep, which can affect every aspect of life. A child with RLS may seem inattentive, irritable, or fidgety. They may be labeled disruptive or hyperactive. Diagnosing and treating RLS can help address these problems and improve school performance. […] Symptoms of RLS can spring up for the first time during pregnancy, usually in the last trimester. Data suggests that pregnant women may have two or three times higher risk of RLS. […] The reasons for this aren’t well-understood. Some possibilities are vitamin or mineral deficiencies, hormonal changes, or nerve compression. […] RLS is a lifelong condition with no cure, but medication can help manage symptoms.

• #115 Restless legs syndrome – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/restless-legs-syndrome/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20377174

  These medicines can cause side effects such as dizziness, unsteadiness, mental fog and weight gain. […] But in many people taking these medicines, RLS gets worse over time. […] Some people taking these medicines find that symptoms spread to the arms. This is called augmentation. […] Most medicines prescribed to treat RLS aren’t recommended during pregnancy. […] Restless legs syndrome is most often a lifelong condition. […] If you have symptoms of restless legs syndrome, make an appointment with your healthcare professional. […] Do you get an irresistible urge to move your legs? […] Are your symptoms worse at night? […] Does movement make you feel better? […] To ease your symptoms, try: Cutting back on or eliminating caffeine, alcohol and tobacco. […] Massaging your legs while soaking in a warm bath.

• #116 Restless legs syndrome is incurable – here’s how to manage the symptoms

  https://theconversation.com/restless-legs-syndrome-is-incurable-heres-how-to-manage-the-symptoms-248169

  Research has also found that exercise and stretching is beneficial for symptom relief or reduction although study participants suggest that morning exercise is more effective for improving symptoms, while evening exercise can make restless legs worse. […] In terms of medication, research has found that neurological therapies, such as the anticonvulsant Gabapentin usually prescribed as a treatment for epilepsy can improve symptoms and overall quality of life for those suffering with restless legs. These therapies target nerve cells in the brain, reducing their activity. Other medicines known as dopamine agonists activate dopamine receptors in the brain to control movement. They are primarily used as a treatment for Parkinsons disease and are effective in managing symptoms of RLS. However, they can disturb your sleep pattern and may increase impulse control disorders, and are not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding as they can inhibit lactation.

• #117 You are not alone

  https://www.rls.org/diagnosis-treatment

  RLS is perhaps the most common condition you have never heard of. Up to 7-8% of the population has this neurological condition with 23% experiencing severe symptoms that affect their quality of life and require pharmaceutical treatment to manage their symptoms. In the United States, RLS is believed to affect more than 10 million adults and an estimated 1.5 million children and adolescents. About 40% of those with RLS symptoms are disrupted enough to seek medical attention. Most studies find that women are at least twice as likely to have RLS than men. RLS is more common in older adults, although it can occur as early as the preschool years. There is currently no cure for RLS, but many treatment options are available to help manage symptoms. Your doctor can help you explore ways to lessen your symptoms through lifestyle changes, self-care and medication. If you need medication, your healthcare provider will guide you through careful trials to find a drug and dosage that works best for you. Some individuals who have RLS may experience a worsening of symptoms as a side effect of a class of RLS medications called dopamine agonists. This effect, called augmentation, is one of the most common but least understood problems encountered in the treatment of RLS. Although once considered a first line therapy, dopaminergic medications are now second line therapy due to augmentation. Augmentation is the worsening of RLS symptoms over time from drugs that act on the dopaminergic system. An estimated 5-10% of individuals taking dopaminergic medications experience new onset augmentation each year. Regular exercisers are 3.3 times less likely to have RLS than non-exercisers. For those individuals living with RLS, one study suggests that regular exercise reduces severity of the symptoms by an average of 40 percent. Iron deficiency without anemia has been associated with increased fatigue, depression, cognitive impairment, decreased work capacity, and also RLS. Caffeine has been linked to an increase in RLS symptoms. Many people also find that nicotine, alcohol and refined sugar may lead to an increase in RLS symptoms.

• #118 Developing your coping strategy for restless legs – MS Australia

  https://www.msaustralia.org.au/news/developing-your-coping-strategy-for-restless-legs/

  Therefore, it is important that RLS is identified and treated to assist with sleep quality and sleep-related fatigue. […] Movement generally brings a temporary relief from the symptoms of RLS this is why you may find walking during the night when you get symptoms feels good. […] Recent studies have shown that an appropriate exercise program consisting of resistance-based exercises and aerobic-based exercise can assist in elevating or diminishing symptoms of RLS. […] Stretching has also been found to be beneficial in reducing the symptoms of RLS and PLMS. General stretching regularly, including yoga, has been found to help, but also specific stretching just before going to bed has also been found to assist in reducing symptoms and improving sleep quality. […] Identifying habits and activities that worsen RLS symptoms.

• #119

  https://bpac.org.nz/bpj/2012/december/restlesslegs.aspx

  Medicines are usually taken one to three hours prior to going to bed, as guided by symptom onset. […] Low-dose dopamine agonists, e.g. ropinirole, are first-line treatment for daily symptoms of restless leg syndrome. […] Augmentation is the worsening of restless leg symptoms over time, with symptoms occurring earlier in the day (than before treatment) and may begin to involve the trunk and arms. […] There is some evidence that gabapentin is an effective treatment for restless legs syndrome, and is useful where pain is a significant symptom. […] Iron supplementation should be considered for patients with a serum ferritin level below 50 micrograms/L. […] However, there is a lack of quality evidence for the treatment of restless legs syndrome with iron supplementation in patients without an iron deficiency. […] Refer patients to a neurologist or sleep specialist, if there is an insufficient initial response despite adequate duration and dose of treatment.

• #120 Do You Have Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS)? Treatment Advice Has Changed > News > Yale Medicine

  https://www.yalemedicine.org/news/restless-legs-syndrome-advice-has-changed

  Studies have shown that with continued use of this type of drug, a person whose worst bout of restless legs occurs at the end of the day may start to experience the problem both day and night, and the restless leg feeling can spread to the arms or trunk. Over time, the discomfort may become more intense, requiring more of the medication to control it. […] Elevated doses can cause problems like confusion, and psychiatric conditions such as depression and impulse control disorderfor example, some people start to experience compulsive shopping, gambling, and even hypersexual behavior. […] Other approaches to treating RLS can go a long way toward managing the condition, says Dr. Koo. […] Many sleep-related and environmental factors can trigger or worsen RLS symptoms. […] RLS is linked to low iron in the brain, which experts think may involve the body’s ability to process and deliver iron to the brain.

• #121 Restless legs syndrome is incurable – here’s how to manage the symptoms

  https://theconversation.com/restless-legs-syndrome-is-incurable-heres-how-to-manage-the-symptoms-248169

  Research has also found that exercise and stretching is beneficial for symptom relief or reduction although study participants suggest that morning exercise is more effective for improving symptoms, while evening exercise can make restless legs worse. […] In terms of medication, research has found that neurological therapies, such as the anticonvulsant Gabapentin usually prescribed as a treatment for epilepsy can improve symptoms and overall quality of life for those suffering with restless legs. These therapies target nerve cells in the brain, reducing their activity. Other medicines known as dopamine agonists activate dopamine receptors in the brain to control movement. They are primarily used as a treatment for Parkinsons disease and are effective in managing symptoms of RLS. However, they can disturb your sleep pattern and may increase impulse control disorders, and are not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding as they can inhibit lactation.

• #122 Restless Leg Syndrome in Parkinson’s | APDA

  https://www.apdaparkinson.org/what-is-parkinsons/symptoms/restless-leg-syndrome/

  Regardless of the above discussion, it is clear that many people with PD have difficulty falling asleep because of annoying sensations in the legs accompanied by a sometimes unbearable sense of restlessness in the legs. For these people, taking dopamine agonists before bed can be helpful. A long-acting levodopa formulation or medications such as gabapentin, gabapentin enacarbil and pregabalin can also be effective. Sleep disorders including RLS are very common in PD and often interfere with getting a restful night sleep. Poor sleep can have significant impacts on your health and wellbeing, so talk with your doctor about these symptoms or any symptoms that interfere with your sleep.

• #123 Restless Legs Syndrome across the Lifespan: Symptoms, Pathophysiology, Management and Daily Life Impact of the Different Patterns of Disease Presentation

  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7277795/

  Disease natural progression, drug tolerance and augmentation represent the main problems related to the disease management, developing overtime and asking for careful evaluation by the clinician. […] Drug therapy of RLS may necessarily change across the lifespan of a patient, requiring specific adjustments in specific conditions.

• #124 Do You Have Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS)? Treatment Advice Has Changed > News > Yale Medicine

  https://www.yalemedicine.org/news/restless-legs-syndrome-advice-has-changed

  Studies have shown that with continued use of this type of drug, a person whose worst bout of restless legs occurs at the end of the day may start to experience the problem both day and night, and the restless leg feeling can spread to the arms or trunk. Over time, the discomfort may become more intense, requiring more of the medication to control it. […] Elevated doses can cause problems like confusion, and psychiatric conditions such as depression and impulse control disorderfor example, some people start to experience compulsive shopping, gambling, and even hypersexual behavior. […] Other approaches to treating RLS can go a long way toward managing the condition, says Dr. Koo. […] Many sleep-related and environmental factors can trigger or worsen RLS symptoms. […] RLS is linked to low iron in the brain, which experts think may involve the body’s ability to process and deliver iron to the brain.

• #125 You are not alone

  https://www.rls.org/diagnosis-treatment

  RLS is perhaps the most common condition you have never heard of. Up to 7-8% of the population has this neurological condition with 23% experiencing severe symptoms that affect their quality of life and require pharmaceutical treatment to manage their symptoms. In the United States, RLS is believed to affect more than 10 million adults and an estimated 1.5 million children and adolescents. About 40% of those with RLS symptoms are disrupted enough to seek medical attention. Most studies find that women are at least twice as likely to have RLS than men. RLS is more common in older adults, although it can occur as early as the preschool years. There is currently no cure for RLS, but many treatment options are available to help manage symptoms. Your doctor can help you explore ways to lessen your symptoms through lifestyle changes, self-care and medication. If you need medication, your healthcare provider will guide you through careful trials to find a drug and dosage that works best for you. Some individuals who have RLS may experience a worsening of symptoms as a side effect of a class of RLS medications called dopamine agonists. This effect, called augmentation, is one of the most common but least understood problems encountered in the treatment of RLS. Although once considered a first line therapy, dopaminergic medications are now second line therapy due to augmentation. Augmentation is the worsening of RLS symptoms over time from drugs that act on the dopaminergic system. An estimated 5-10% of individuals taking dopaminergic medications experience new onset augmentation each year. Regular exercisers are 3.3 times less likely to have RLS than non-exercisers. For those individuals living with RLS, one study suggests that regular exercise reduces severity of the symptoms by an average of 40 percent. Iron deficiency without anemia has been associated with increased fatigue, depression, cognitive impairment, decreased work capacity, and also RLS. Caffeine has been linked to an increase in RLS symptoms. Many people also find that nicotine, alcohol and refined sugar may lead to an increase in RLS symptoms.

• #126 Restless Leg Syndrome in Parkinson’s | APDA

  https://www.apdaparkinson.org/what-is-parkinsons/symptoms/restless-leg-syndrome/

  Because RLS is well-treated by medications that also treat PD, it is likely that some aspect of brain dopamine function is altered in RLS. However, unlike in PD, in which the deficit in substantia nigra dopamine-producing cells can be proven in many ways, no such abnormality has been shown in RLS. Using dopaminergic medications to treat RLS however can be tricky. In some people they can lead to a phenomenon known as augmentation, in which long term use of dopaminergic medications can worsen the symptoms making them appear earlier in the day or migrating to the upper body in addition to the legs. […] Since RLS affects as much as 4-10% of the US adult population, it is clear that the vast majority of those with RLS do not ever develop PD. Despite this, it still might be the case that RLS increases the risk of subsequently developing PD. There have been many studies trying to figure this out with conflicting results. Some studies show that there is no increased risk and others show that having RLS confers about a two-fold increased risk of developing PD over the general population.

• #127 You are not alone

  https://www.rls.org/diagnosis-treatment

  RLS is perhaps the most common condition you have never heard of. Up to 7-8% of the population has this neurological condition with 23% experiencing severe symptoms that affect their quality of life and require pharmaceutical treatment to manage their symptoms. In the United States, RLS is believed to affect more than 10 million adults and an estimated 1.5 million children and adolescents. About 40% of those with RLS symptoms are disrupted enough to seek medical attention. Most studies find that women are at least twice as likely to have RLS than men. RLS is more common in older adults, although it can occur as early as the preschool years. There is currently no cure for RLS, but many treatment options are available to help manage symptoms. Your doctor can help you explore ways to lessen your symptoms through lifestyle changes, self-care and medication. If you need medication, your healthcare provider will guide you through careful trials to find a drug and dosage that works best for you. Some individuals who have RLS may experience a worsening of symptoms as a side effect of a class of RLS medications called dopamine agonists. This effect, called augmentation, is one of the most common but least understood problems encountered in the treatment of RLS. Although once considered a first line therapy, dopaminergic medications are now second line therapy due to augmentation. Augmentation is the worsening of RLS symptoms over time from drugs that act on the dopaminergic system. An estimated 5-10% of individuals taking dopaminergic medications experience new onset augmentation each year. Regular exercisers are 3.3 times less likely to have RLS than non-exercisers. For those individuals living with RLS, one study suggests that regular exercise reduces severity of the symptoms by an average of 40 percent. Iron deficiency without anemia has been associated with increased fatigue, depression, cognitive impairment, decreased work capacity, and also RLS. Caffeine has been linked to an increase in RLS symptoms. Many people also find that nicotine, alcohol and refined sugar may lead to an increase in RLS symptoms.

• #128

  https://bpac.org.nz/bpj/2012/december/restlesslegs.aspx

  Medicines are usually taken one to three hours prior to going to bed, as guided by symptom onset. […] Low-dose dopamine agonists, e.g. ropinirole, are first-line treatment for daily symptoms of restless leg syndrome. […] Augmentation is the worsening of restless leg symptoms over time, with symptoms occurring earlier in the day (than before treatment) and may begin to involve the trunk and arms. […] There is some evidence that gabapentin is an effective treatment for restless legs syndrome, and is useful where pain is a significant symptom. […] Iron supplementation should be considered for patients with a serum ferritin level below 50 micrograms/L. […] However, there is a lack of quality evidence for the treatment of restless legs syndrome with iron supplementation in patients without an iron deficiency. […] Refer patients to a neurologist or sleep specialist, if there is an insufficient initial response despite adequate duration and dose of treatment.

• #129 Restless legs syndrome – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/restless-legs-syndrome/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20377174

  You have a strong, often irresistible urge to move the legs. This usually occurs with uncomfortable feelings in the legs. […] Your symptoms start or get worse when you’re resting, such as sitting or lying down. […] Your symptoms are partially or temporarily relieved by activity, such as walking or stretching. […] Your symptoms are worse at night. […] Symptoms can’t be explained solely by another medical or behavioral condition. […] Symptoms of restless legs syndrome sometimes go away after treating an underlying condition, such as iron deficiency. […] Electrical stimulation of a nerve on the side of your knee may help RLS symptoms. […] If you have RLS without an associated condition, treatment focuses on lifestyle changes. […] Several prescription medicines are available to reduce the restlessness in the legs.

• #130 Do You Have Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS)? Treatment Advice Has Changed > News > Yale Medicine

  https://www.yalemedicine.org/news/restless-legs-syndrome-advice-has-changed

  This can be very effective for restless legs, but when RLS is very severe, it often isn’t enough. […] Data from clinical trials has shown that the device significantly reduces RLS symptoms, Dr. Koo says. […] While there is potential for addiction with any opioid, for RLS, the doses usually don’t have to be escalated, and they certainly don’t need to be given at a high dose. Some people with severe RLS need them.

• #131 Restless Leg Syndrome | University of Michigan Health

  https://www.uofmhealth.org/conditions-treatments/brain-neurological-conditions/restless-leg-syndrome

  Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is an uncomfortable or unpleasant tickling or twitching in the legs. Symptoms also occasionally occur in the arms or other parts of the body. To be classified as restless leg syndrome, symptoms must worsen when you’re inactive or when you rest, worsen in the evening or nighttime, and improve when you walk or move. […] Symptoms can be intermittent or chronic (long-lasting). They can range from mild to incapacitating. Some patients experience significant restlessness and difficulty falling asleep (insomnia), causing sleep deprivation. […] In patients with more chronic or severe symptoms, prescription medications may be required. The same drug may not be helpful for all patients, and a particular medication may initially be helpful but become less effective over time.

• #132 How to Treat Restless Legs Immediately

  https://www.centerforvein.com/blog/how-to-treat-restless-legs-immediately

  While there is no cure for RLS, there are several effective treatments that can provide immediate relief from the symptoms. […] Making simple lifestyle changes can be an effective way to manage RLS symptoms. […] According to the Restless Legs Syndrome Foundation, medication may be able to provide immediate relief from RLS symptoms. […] Certain supplements may also be effective in providing immediate relief from RLS symptoms. […] Evidence suggests a link between RLS and CVI, and treating the underlying vein disease may be necessary to relieve RLS symptoms. […] The study’s results showed that these treatments led to a significant improvement in RLS symptoms.

• #133 Treatment for Restless Leg Syndrome | The Vein Center of Arizona

  https://www.veincenterofarizona.com/chronic-venous-insufficiency/restless-leg-syndrome/

  Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a disorder that causes an irresistible urge to move the legs. Patients often experience an uncomfortable sensation in their legs and an urge to move their legs to relieve that sensation. The sensations are usually worse while sitting or lying down, especially at night. Symptoms can come and go, and often vary in severity. […] Treatment of varicose veins or chronic venous insufficiency may relieve the symptoms of RLS. Drugs may also be prescribed in order to reduce symptoms and improve sleep.

• #134 How to Treat Restless Legs Immediately

  https://www.centerforvein.com/blog/how-to-treat-restless-legs-immediately

  While there is no cure for RLS, there are several effective treatments that can provide immediate relief from the symptoms. […] Making simple lifestyle changes can be an effective way to manage RLS symptoms. […] According to the Restless Legs Syndrome Foundation, medication may be able to provide immediate relief from RLS symptoms. […] Certain supplements may also be effective in providing immediate relief from RLS symptoms. […] Evidence suggests a link between RLS and CVI, and treating the underlying vein disease may be necessary to relieve RLS symptoms. […] The study’s results showed that these treatments led to a significant improvement in RLS symptoms.

• #135 Restless Legs Syndrome across the Lifespan: Symptoms, Pathophysiology, Management and Daily Life Impact of the Different Patterns of Disease Presentation

  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7277795/

  Disease natural progression, drug tolerance and augmentation represent the main problems related to the disease management, developing overtime and asking for careful evaluation by the clinician. […] Drug therapy of RLS may necessarily change across the lifespan of a patient, requiring specific adjustments in specific conditions.

• #136 Restless Legs Syndrome | CommonSpirit Health

  https://www.commonspirit.org/conditions-treatments/restless-legs-syndrome

  When symptoms are more severe, medicines may help control the urge to move and help you sleep. There are different types of medicine, and you may have to try a few to find the one that works best. […] Watch closely for changes in your health, and be sure to contact your doctor if: You are still not getting enough sleep. Your symptoms become more severe or happen more often.

• #137 Restless legs syndrome – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/restless-legs-syndrome/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20377174

  These medicines can cause side effects such as dizziness, unsteadiness, mental fog and weight gain. […] But in many people taking these medicines, RLS gets worse over time. […] Some people taking these medicines find that symptoms spread to the arms. This is called augmentation. […] Most medicines prescribed to treat RLS aren’t recommended during pregnancy. […] Restless legs syndrome is most often a lifelong condition. […] If you have symptoms of restless legs syndrome, make an appointment with your healthcare professional. […] Do you get an irresistible urge to move your legs? […] Are your symptoms worse at night? […] Does movement make you feel better? […] To ease your symptoms, try: Cutting back on or eliminating caffeine, alcohol and tobacco. […] Massaging your legs while soaking in a warm bath.

• #138

  https://bpac.org.nz/bpj/2012/december/restlesslegs.aspx

  Medicines are usually taken one to three hours prior to going to bed, as guided by symptom onset. […] Low-dose dopamine agonists, e.g. ropinirole, are first-line treatment for daily symptoms of restless leg syndrome. […] Augmentation is the worsening of restless leg symptoms over time, with symptoms occurring earlier in the day (than before treatment) and may begin to involve the trunk and arms. […] There is some evidence that gabapentin is an effective treatment for restless legs syndrome, and is useful where pain is a significant symptom. […] Iron supplementation should be considered for patients with a serum ferritin level below 50 micrograms/L. […] However, there is a lack of quality evidence for the treatment of restless legs syndrome with iron supplementation in patients without an iron deficiency. […] Refer patients to a neurologist or sleep specialist, if there is an insufficient initial response despite adequate duration and dose of treatment.

• #139

  https://bpac.org.nz/bpj/2012/december/restlesslegs.aspx

  Medicines are usually taken one to three hours prior to going to bed, as guided by symptom onset. […] Low-dose dopamine agonists, e.g. ropinirole, are first-line treatment for daily symptoms of restless leg syndrome. […] Augmentation is the worsening of restless leg symptoms over time, with symptoms occurring earlier in the day (than before treatment) and may begin to involve the trunk and arms. […] There is some evidence that gabapentin is an effective treatment for restless legs syndrome, and is useful where pain is a significant symptom. […] Iron supplementation should be considered for patients with a serum ferritin level below 50 micrograms/L. […] However, there is a lack of quality evidence for the treatment of restless legs syndrome with iron supplementation in patients without an iron deficiency. […] Refer patients to a neurologist or sleep specialist, if there is an insufficient initial response despite adequate duration and dose of treatment.

• #140 Restless legs syndrome – Wikipedia

  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Restless_legs_syndrome

  RLS may either be of early onset, occurring before age 45, or late-onset, occurring after age 45. Early-onset cases tend to progress more slowly and involve fewer comorbidities, while cases in older patients may progress suddenly and alongside other conditions. […] RLS symptoms may gradually worsen with age, although more slowly for those with the idiopathic form of RLS than those with an associated medical condition. Current therapies can control the disorder, minimizing symptoms and increasing periods of restful sleep. In addition, some people have remissions, periods in which symptoms decrease or disappear for days, weeks, or months, although symptoms usually eventually reappear. Being diagnosed with RLS does not indicate or foreshadow another neurological disease, such as Parkinson’s disease. RLS symptoms can worsen over time when dopamine-related drugs are used for therapy, an effect called augmentation which may represent symptoms occurring throughout the day and affect movements of all limbs. There is no cure for RLS.

• #141 Restless Legs Syndrome | AAFP

  https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2008/0715/p235.html

  RLS has a negative impact on quality of life. Individuals with RLS are more likely to be depressed or anxious. Insomnia and its consequences are common in RLS, with patients having trouble initiating and maintaining sleep. […] RLS has a variable course, but symptoms tend to progress with advancing age. Some individuals may experience spontaneous improvement in their symptoms for a period of time, but symptoms tend to recur. Individuals with RLS secondary to an underlying condition may have improvement or resolution of symptoms if the underlying condition is treated. Medications, when needed, may provide relief of symptoms.

• #142 Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS): Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/9497-restless-legs-syndrome

  Restless legs syndrome causes sensations that make you want to move your legs. These sensations most often happen in your legs, but they can also affect your arms or your entire body. You may experience the following feelings: Crawling. Itching. Aching. Burning. Throbbing. Pulling. Tugging. […] Restless legs syndrome can affect anyone, including children, adolescents and adults. It’s more common to affect people after age 50. Symptoms tend to get worse as you age. […] Restless legs syndrome doesn’t affect your life expectancy, but it can affect your overall wellness. Symptoms may be mild to severe. Even mild symptoms can have a major impact on your life. Depending on what your definition of a serious medical condition is, your symptoms may fall into this category.

• #143 Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS): Causes and Treatment

  https://patient.info/bones-joints-muscles/restless-legs-syndrome-leaflet

  The severity of symptoms can vary from a mild restlessness of the legs on some evenings, to a distressing problem that occurs every evening and night, which regularly disturbs sleep. Many people fall somewhere in between these extremes. If you have moderate or severe symptoms it may lead to lack of sleep (insomnia), anxiety and depression. […] The outlook (prognosis) for RLS varies. In some people, the problem gradually becomes worse. In some people symptoms stay the same, improve of their own accord, or there are long periods of time with no symptoms. If RLS is due to another condition (secondary RLS) then it will often improve once the cause has been treated.

• #144 Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS): Causes, Symptoms & Treatments

  https://www.webmd.com/brain/restless-legs-syndrome/restless-legs-syndrome-rls

  If RLS is keeping you up at night, you may need to take sleep medicines. It’s best not to take them for too long. […] Restless legs syndrome is both a sleep disorder and a movement disorder that can bring you plenty of discomfort, especially at night. It’s usually a lifelong condition, although your symptoms may come and go. You can take steps to ease your symptoms and make sure you’re getting enough rest. If you have RLS, see your doctor for help.

• #145 Restless Leg Syndrome Causes, Treatment, Symptoms, Test, Cure

  https://www.medicinenet.com/restless_leg_syndrome/article.htm

  Restless leg syndrome usually begins slowly. Over time, the legs become more affected. Less frequently, restless leg syndrome can affect the arms. […] There is no cure for restless leg syndrome; however, the condition usually responds well to home remedies and medications. The outlook is excellent for people with restless leg syndrome as long as it does not weaken or damage the function of the legs. […] Because restless legs syndrome (RLS) flares up during rest, the sensations urge you to move your legs constantly all through the night. You may get fewer hours of sleep each night if you have RLS. […] Many people with severe instances of RLS sleep for fewer than five hours every night. […] The accumulated sleep loss from restless legs syndrome can leave you drowsy during the day, irritated, and make concentrating difficult. This may have a significant influence on both your work and personal life. […] People who suffer from restless legs syndrome are more prone to suffer from depression or anxiety.

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