What to Know About Tonic Water and Restless Legs SyndromeRestless legs syndrome (RLS) causes uncomfortable sensations in the legs. It can also cause the irresistible urge to move the legs. This often happens in the afternoon or nighttime when...reactions2comments
Community Views: What Restless Legs Syndrome Feels LikeLiving with restless legs syndrome (RLS) is not easy. To make matters worse, many people with RLS do not feel understood when describing their symptoms to others. People who have...reactionscomments
3 Alternatives That Help My Restless Legs SyndromeIn my last article, I wrote about some of the things that trigger my restless legs syndrome (RLS). But during my own research on RLS, I not only looked at...reactionscomments
Relief from RLSI have had restless legs now for 20 years I am 63 years old. I’m taking medication for it but sometimes that doesn’t even work, it is so miserable that...reactions13comments
Which Is It? Restless Legs or Anxiety?I have severe restless legs syndrome (RLS). These are the physical symptoms of generalised anxiety disorder (GAD). Sound familiar? To me, the symptoms parallel my RLS – with the exception...reactionscomments
Everyone and Their Aunt Betty Knows How to Fix RLSRaise your hand if you’ve ever experienced something like this. Aunt Betty: "You’re fidgeting a lot and look pale. Are you feeling ok?" Me: "I’m fine, thanks for asking. I’m...reactionscomments
Can a Bar of Soap Really Help People With RLS?If you have restless legs syndrome (RLS), you have probably been awake late at night searching the Internet for ways to relieve your symptoms. You might have searched for home...reactions14comments
Which Came First: Restless Legs Syndrome or Restless Genital Syndrome?Like the lifelong chicken or egg question, it is the same for a lot of people with restless legs syndrome (RLS). For many people with RLS, restless genital syndrome (RGS)...reactions6comments
3 Things That Trigger My RLSHave you ever noticed that sometimes your restless legs syndrome (RLS) can be really bad, even worse than on other days? Well, so do I. Sometimes I have weeks without...reactions3comments
My RLS Medication MixThere are 4 FDA-approved drugs for those of us with restless legs syndrome (RLS). They are gabapentin enacarbil (Horizant), pramipexole (Mirapex), ropinirole (Requip), and rotigotine (Neupro). I have experience with...reactions2comments
Agony Aunt: Pharmacological Interactions With My Restless Legs SyndromeThere are many of us out there who experience the agony of restless legs syndrome (RLS). There are also many of us who suffer from other mental and/or physical conditions...reactions2comments
RLS and Growing Pains: Are They the Same Thing?Some kids will do anything to avoid going to bed. They need a drink of water, another story, comfort and courage against the closet monster. Less obvious as a delay...reactionscomments
Discovering My RLSAs a little kid, I complained about how my legs felt at night. My mom told me not to worry, that what I felt were growing pains. There’s not much...reactions9comments
Why Is Restless Legs Syndrome More Common in Women?Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a sleep disorder that causes unpleasant sensations in the legs. Gender and sex are risk factors for RLS; women are twice as likely to be...reactions1comment
Oh, What a Feeling! The Sensations of Restless Legs SyndromeTiger beetles. I think they win the prize for the best explanation of my restless legs syndrome (RLS). Moreso than any other description I’ve heard – so far. I can...reactions3comments
Thank You for Taking Our Survey!We appreciate you taking the time to answer all of our questions. Your responses will help us better understand life with restless legs syndrome. New here? We invite you to...reactionscomments
Keeping the Beat With Periodic Limb Movement DisorderI write this, not as a person with PLMD (periodic limb movement disorder), but as someone with a bed partner with this sleep disorder. There’s nothing unusual about waking up...reactions2comments
Coping Tips for RLS at Work, Home, and TravelRestless legs syndrome (RLS) can make certain times of the day as well as certain activities more challenging. It can be hard to think about sitting at a desk, going...reactions1comment
Tips for Talking With Your Doctor About RLSIf you think you may have restless legs syndrome (RLS), you will want to make an appointment with your doctor. Being as prepared as possible for that appointment will help...reactions1comment
