Into the Night: Insomnia 101...Insomnia – from the Latin insomnis, that translates to “not sleeping”: in meaning “no” and somnis meaning “sleep.” I think that sums it up nicely – no sleep. If you’re...reactionscomments
The Road to Diagnosis...I first began to have problems sleeping when I was in my 20s. My mother had been an insomniac for as long as I could remember but never sought treatment...reactionscomments
What to Know About RLS Mimics...Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a disorder that can be confusing and often frustrating. It is defined by uncomfortable feelings in the legs while resting. These feelings are only relieved...reactionscomments
Kim McKinney...Kim McKinney began having sleeping issues in her early 20s. Her mother had been an insomniac for as long as she remembers but chose to remain untreated and only sleep...
Driving Me Nuts: Strategies for Managing RLS in a Car...I recently returned from a short mid-week break. It was most delightful – filled with penguins, lighthouses and wine. What’s not to like? The driving restlessness is not likeable. In...reactions1comment
Where Do I Start? How to Share Your RLS Story...“I want to share my story, but don’t know how to start…” If this sounds like you, you’re not alone. We’ve heard people say this quite often in the RLS...reactionscomments
Melatonin Supplements: Do They Benefit People With RLS?...Melatonin remains one of the most popular over-the-counter sleep aids. It’s inexpensive and doesn’t require a prescription. But will it benefit a person with restless legs syndrome (RLS)? Are there...reactionscomments
Community Views: Favorite Alternative Treatments for RLS (Part 2)...Alternative medicines are an often overlooked part of modern medicine. People can be quick to commit to prescription medicines, which can be expensive and may come with a host of...reactionscomments
My Trigger Trifecta: Heat, Stress, and Exercise...Sometimes I wonder how the simple things escape me. I mean really obvious things that should hit me like a bus sometimes drive on by. I have 3 restless legs syndrome...reactionscomments
Is It Nerve Pain or RLS? or Is It Both?...Pins and needles may be a great way to describe restless legs syndrome (RLS), but so many other physical sensations that aren’t RLS may also be described in the same...reactionscomments
Community Views: Favorite Alternative Treatments for RLS (Part 1)...Few people jump at the idea of needing to take prescription drugs. While there are drugs available to help symptoms of restless legs syndrome, you may want to first explore...reactionscomments
The One That Worked...I suffered for so many years with zero treatments. I didn't know about lifestyle changes - although I instinctively stretched and went in search of cold packs. About 12-15 years...reactions1replyTreatment
What to Know About Medical Marijuana and Restless Legs Syndrome...Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a treatable neurologic disorder that can affect your sleep. It affects 3 to 15 percent of the population. People living with RLS feel an intense...reactionscomments
Traveling With Restless Legs...If someone has restless legs syndrome (RLS), he or she has the urge to move so that the feeling will disappear. But when you are traveling it is not always...reactionscomments
Take the Connected Health Survey!...In the digital age, there are so many devices, websites, and technologies related to health. From fitness trackers to mobile apps, we use connected health technology to track symptoms, monitor...reactionscomments
Middle of the Night Help With RLS...You're probably here right now because you have or may think you have restless legs syndrome, or RLS. I know exactly what you're going through and it's a miserable situation...reactionscomments
Can Magnesium Calm Twitchy, Restless Legs at Bedtime?...If you search sleep and magnesium on the Internet, you’ll discover pages and pages of claims about magnesium as a quick cure for restless legs syndrome (RLS) and periodic limb...reactions14comments
Wakeful Rest: 5 Self-Care Tips on Exhausted Days...Sleep. My elusive bed partner. How tiresome it is, when the thing you want most, is the thing you get least. Today I am writing with my eyes propped open...reactionscomments
Joyce Ann Willis...Joyce was previously on RestlessLegsSyndrome.Sleep-Disorders.net. My name is Joyce and I'm a retired Registered Nurse from Arkansas. I've had RLS for 55 years. My RLS began when I was 11...