The Ghost and SleepwalkerI recently caught up with my old high school classmates at our virtual reunion, and we exchanged stories about our past shenanigans and had a few laughs. One of the... By Joy Adanna Emelogu3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
What a Sensation! The Differences in the Sensory Symptoms of RLSFor people suffering from restless legs syndrome, trying to describe the sensations that they feel can be a difficult task. Other than an urge to move, there seems to be... By Dawn Ganton2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Can Actigraphy Identify and Assess Leg Movements During Sleep?With so many wearable medical devices available to us these days, it seems like using one to identify and track leg movements during sleep might be useful. Is it possible... By Tamara K Sellman3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Mind Mastery Classes Paid OffI have briefly spoken about how I use meditation to help me wind down and fall asleep. I want to elaborate further with this article. As I've mentioned before, I... By Ray Li2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Family Co-Sleeping With RLSMy 5-year-old son came bursting into my room at 3:30 in the morning, hopping mad. He slammed my door and yelled at me, “You messed up my coloring book!” I... By Laura Wheatman Hill2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Gifts That Keep on GivingAs I recently was thrown into the deep end of trying to buy a gift for a friend who also suffers from restless legs syndrome (RLS), it gave me the... By Nikki Hades2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Bugs Are Crawling All Over MeSorry, I couldn't help it with the title. I'm in my 30s and it's a reference to a song I like. While I'm not experiencing this sensation because of alcohol... By Ray Li2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
RLS: Living With an Invisible IllnessLiving with an invisible condition like restless legs syndrome (RLS) can be a lonely existence in many ways. How do we explain the horrible sensations we are feeling when there... By Dawn Ganton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Traveling With RLS: Jumping Through Hoops Before TakeoffOnce again the sun is creeping out from behind the clouds, warming our bones and putting the thoughts of holidays into our heads. As I was sitting and dreaming of... By Nikki Hades3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Clicks and Pops and RLS, Oh My!Correlation is not causation, but my restless legs syndrome (RLS) is going to be bad if my body is extra "clicky." However, clicking or popping all my air bubbles by... By Laura Wheatman Hill2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Whoa, Sugar Trigger!I got in the Halloween mood a little early with snacking on those wee little chocolate bars. Sort of moot that they are small when you have 4. Resistance is... By Nikki Albert3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Gentle Exercise for Restless Legs SyndromeBecause I want to be free of diet culture, I’ve been working with my therapist on learning intuitive eating. Besides all the new thinking regarding food, bodies, and accepting oneself... By Laura Wheatman Hill2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Normalcy vs Restless Legs SyndromeNormalcy is overrated. Who wants to be the same as everyone else? Who wants to blend into the background? Unfortunately, as a restless legs syndrome (RLS) sufferer, you stand no... By Nikki Hades2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Heart Issues Complicating RLSSix years ago, I ended up having my right atrium damaged due to the constant starting and stopping of strong painkillers and opioids. There I was, at 28 years old... By Ray Li2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Talk to Your Friends About RLSI was having tea with a friend the other day and she mentioned that she’s been sleeping poorly as a result of stress from a parent who had been in... By Laura Wheatman Hill2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Holidays Round the CornerWith the holiday seasons beginning to loom large in the mirror, the angst and dread of the preparation start to form like a small knot in the pit of my... By Nikki Hades2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Foods to Avoid With Restless Legs SyndromeIf you have restless legs syndrome (RLS), you will do almost anything to avoid it. The causes of RLS can be complex and multifaceted – as are the treatments. What... By Simone Yemm4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
My RLS Sleep HygieneSleep experts and mental health professionals are always going on about sleep hygiene. For years, I ignored them. One reason was that I like my bed and, when I was... By Laura Wheatman Hill2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
What’s the Difference? Movements That Look Similar but Are DifferentThere were 2 times this year where I ended up in the emergency room (ER) because of my heart. It was racing and at times, it wasn't beating in rhythm... By Ray Li2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Celestial Soothing: How the Sun Eases My Restless LegsThe sensation of creepiness crept up on me yesterday, resulting in a typical restless legs syndrome (RLS) night of pacing the floor whilst keeping my mind distracted from yet another... By Nikki Hades3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments