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...Trying to concentrate on work while your leg muscles are twitching or pulling can be hard. The good news is that many simple techniques can help you manage your restless...

...Restless legs syndrome (RLS) causes uncomfortable sensations, and sometimes pain, in the legs or arms. It is also called Willis-Ekbom disease and is one of the most common sleep disorders...

...There are 2 general theories for what causes the sensations of restless legs syndrome (RLS): lack of oxygen and blood to the muscles, or brain signals to the legs. The...

...Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is one of the most common sleep disorders. It causes unpleasant sensations in the legs and an uncontrollable urge to move the legs. People often find...

...Restless legs syndrome (RLS) and mental health have a chicken and egg relationship. People with RLS often have depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues. And, people with mental health...

...There is no question that sleep disorders can be debilitating. The daytime sleepiness and fatigue common to sleep disorders can cause both physical and emotional issues. A lack of good...

...What you eat and drink, and when, can impact your sleep, sometimes dramatically. Some of the advice for eating and drinking for better sleep may seem like common sense. Other...

...One of the tools you and your doctor may use to diagnose your sleep problems is called a sleep diary. A sleep diary is simply a record of your sleep...

...Alpha-2-delta calcium channel ligands are a class of drugs used for chronic, persistent restless legs syndrome (RLS) when iron supplements do not work. These drugs may be an especially good...

...Gestational restless legs syndrome (RLS) is the most common movement disorder that develops during pregnancy. It can be a minor nuisance to some and in others severe enough to disrupt...

...Levodopa was the first drug formally studied to treat restless legs syndrome (RLS). Also called L-dopa, it was first discovered as a treatment for the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease more...

...Humans spend about one-third of their lives asleep. It is a body function as important as food and water in keeping you healthy and alive. Everyone needs sleep, though doctors...

...Sleep disorders are usually diagnosed using a combination of an in-person exam, a sleep history, and sometimes blood or sleep tests. Any tests your doctor orders will depend on the...

...Doctors have known since the 1950s that taking iron can help people with restless legs syndrome, even if the person does not have anemia. That is because many people with...

...Could something as simple as more exercise be the elixir that cures your sleep disorder? Chances are no, more exercise will not cure your restless legs syndrome. However, regular physical...

...Home remedies can offer relief from the uncomfortable sensations caused by restless legs syndrome (RLS) and help you get a good night’s sleep. The good news is that many home...