Hormones, PMS, and Restless Legs Syndrome Severity...I have noticed that premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and my menstrual cycle impact my restless legs syndrome (RLS) severity. My symptoms increase quite a bit, and I need much more medication...reactions4comments
What Is the Prognosis for RLS Sufferers?...Whilst I was hunting to find out if there is any research currently underway to help alleviate symptoms of restless legs syndrome (RLS), I found information on the prognosis for...reactions1comment
When I Say I Have Restless Legs Syndrome......When I say I have restless legs syndrome (RLS), people say, Me too! And they seem so cheerful about it. So, I feel sceptical. I completely understand that periods of...reactions14comments
RLS and Fibromyalgia ...For me, I don't know what came first, my RLS or my Fibromyalgia. (Fibro) I also suffer with a couple other diseases but I wanted to talk about (and hopefully...reactions16repliesCopingTips & AdviceSymptoms
Rarely Seen During the Day: When RLS Keeps Me Up All Night...After experiencing a few rough nights and days when my restless legs syndrome (RLS) has been metaphorically kicking my butt all over the house, I thought I would ask this...reactions11comments
My Augmentation Experience...In all my decades of having restless legs syndrome (RLS), I have never fully experienced augmentation until about 2 years ago. I have had meds that kind of worked and...reactions5comments
The Hunt for a Shower Seat...About 8 years ago, my husband and I had to shower together to save money. I am super grateful that we did, because I fainted in the shower one day...reactionscomments
Massage Gun as RLS Treatment...I have restless legs syndrome (RLS), which may or may not be exacerbated by the way my body deals with stress. I’m lucky enough not to have a genetic predisposition...reactions14comments
RLS, Insomnia, and Mindful Meditation...I try to do mindful meditation regularly for my chronic pain every morning. I decided it might be a good idea to begin to add to that routine later in...reactions14comments
Rising Above: RLS and Bullying...“Aunty J, my friends don’t like me!” my goddaughter whispered to me. I look at her face, and I see genuine sadness. So I sit her down and inquire as...reactions2comments
Bullied as a kid because of RLS...When you were a kid, did you experience bullying because of RLS? How can we support kids who are living with RLS?...reactions1replyCoping
Take the Managing Treatment and Medication Survey...The Managing Treatment and Medication Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest! Treatment is a big part of managing a chronic (long-term) health condition like restless legs syndrome...reactionscomments
Reasons to Track Your Sleep With RLS...You might think your restless legs syndrome (RLS) just prevents you from falling asleep, so there is no real reason to track your sleep other than hours and hours of...reactions4comments
Bye, Bye, Bye, You Are Fired: Why I Decided to See a New Doctor...Sometimes during our medical journey, we are put into a situation where we have to fire a doctor or specialist. Unfortunately, it is kind of normal to have to go...reactionscomments
How Grief Showed Me the Link Between RLS and Stress...I am writing this article with a specific reason in mind. As the title states – is there a link between stress and restless legs syndrome (RLS)? Over the last...reactionscomments
I Just Moved – How Did It Impact These Restless Legs of Mine?...I just sold my house and moved to an apartment about half the size. There was so much that had to be done, including decluttering about 14 years of accumulated...reactions3comments
And She's Out! Does Anesthesia Put My RLS to Sleep?...One thing I have always wondered about is what do my restless legs syndrome (RLS) riddled limbs do when I am asleep? Medically asleep, I mean. Let me tell you...reactions1comment
My Daughter Caught My RLS...When my daughter’s pediatrician recommended a sleep study, it was to rule out sleep apnea. She was sleeping with her mouth open, snoring, and having daytime drowsiness and some behaviors...reactions1comment
RLS in a Heatwave Summer...I read from restless legs syndrome (RLS) groups that RLS can be worse in either extreme temperatures: hot or cold. For some, it is the cold, and for others, the...reactions8comments
4 Survivor Tips: Vacationing With RLS...Summer is upon us. And that often means vacations. While that conjures up all sorts of amazing images of flying off to a tropical island and relaxing on the beach...reactionscomments