FeaturedNever Look Forward to the New Day...I am 91 years old and have had RLS for the past 10 years. I really dread the day, but I also dread going to bed because it is nothing...reactions14replies
When do you usually go to sleep?...I have opened this discussion because i haven't been able to find a similar topic on the forums, you can delete it if there's another similar discussion. I have to...reactions2replies
What Is Medical Gaslighting?...If you have ever felt dismissed by a doctor, you may have experienced a type of bias (prejudice) called medical gaslighting. Medical gaslighting can happen to anyone, but it most...reactionscomments
Any new treatments and if not, pull away beds?...Hello all! My husband has fairly severe PLMD. He is treating his apnea, but it has not helped the movements. He has been on Pramipexole for years, but the PLMD...reactions2repliesAlternative TreatmentsInsomniaPLMD
Rene’s Story...Well, let me tell you that I am now 70 years old and have suffered four heart attacks so far. I have up to 13 stents installed in the arteries...reactions1reply
Of Course Restless Legs Syndrome Impacts Our Mental Health...May is Mental Health Month. The words "mental health" carry a bit of a stigma. Still. They shouldn’t. It is possible for all of us to struggle with some degree...reactionscomments
When Nighttime Prevails...During a daydreaming session one day, I realised something. My depression is worse at night, especially when my restless legs syndrome (RLS) is reducing me to tears. Sounds obvious. Although...reactions6comments
This worked for me...I had suffered with restless legs for three years. It was particularly bad at night as I was falling asleep and kept me awake until 2 or 3am. I have...reactions4repliesAlternative Treatments
The Remarkable Tale of the Inflatable Bed...Earlier this month I was invited to stay with a friend for a couple of weeks to avoid the disgusting weather near my home. Whilst I love snow, snow doesn't...reactionscomments
This Isn’t Your Friend’s Restless Legs...One of my best friends was diagnosed with restless legs syndrome (RLS) before me. I didn’t know. She never mentioned it. It still surprises me, because she had extreme issues...reactionscomments
Wow, What a Great RLS Month!...I have had RLS for so long and so severely I can’t quite comprehend not having it anymore. Nothing seems to even have much impact long-term. But my medication helps...reactionscomments
RLS battle...I have had RLS for years but no longer since doctor has prescribed 1200 mgs of gabapentine. The trick is to take it early in evening before symptoms of restless...reactions1reply
How would you describe how your Restless legs symptoms?...Mine feel like worms crawling thru my veins in my calves and thighs. It can drive me crazy. It happens at rest like when I am sitting watching tv or...reactions4repliesSymptoms
Whether the Weather, There Are Challenges...I have written before about the different challenges summer and winter bring to my RLS. However, now that I'm on pregabalin, some of those same challenges may no longer be...reactions13comments
The Reason Why...When I was asked to recount the effects RLS has on me, my life, and the world around me, I questioned why I had been approached. I am not a...reactionscomments
I have actually cured my restless leg without medication...hi I have had restless legs since past 20 to 25 years .tried many things and nothing worked .luckily during covid lockdowns we in India started drinking a warm drink...reactions14repliesAlternative Treatments
My RLS meds...Hi all I suffered with RLS for years. My legs begin to twitch and then shortly start to jump uncontrollably 3 feet in the air, flailing wildly. It all started...reactions4repliesPrescription Medication
Restless legs...Mine got worse after weight loss surgery don't know which nights I will have it but it doesn't start till I lay down to go to sleep and goes thru...reactions3replies
Embracing Changes in Lifestyle and Habits ...I have just separated from my common-law spouse of 25 years. It is a new beginning in many ways for me. A new place to live — a wee studio...reactionscomments
Living With Endometriosis While Juggling RLS...I wish that I had just restless legs syndrome (RLS), but I also have a couple of other diseases. I have given it a lot of thought: Which disease makes...reactionscomments
