Privacy Concerns When Going Virtual...Telehealth has become a popular way to see a doctor. Today, you can get many health services remotely. And, some studies show...reactionscomments
TK Sellman...>TK previously was previously a patient leader on RestlessLegsSyndrome.Sleep-Disorders.net. Tamara Sellman, RPSGT, CCSH is a career journalist (Columbia Chicago, ’90). She was...
Community Health Leaders...In order to stay up to date on the latest treatments, drug discovery, clinical studies, and how to cope with restless legs...
How Is Restless Legs Syndrome Treated?...Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is one of the most common sleep disorders. It causes unpleasant sensations in the legs and the irresistible...
Tips for Managing Fatigue...Fatigue is one of the most common side effects of restless legs syndrome. Fatigue is an overwhelming feeling of being tired. People...
Clinical Trial Terminology...There are several terms that are commonly used when discussing clinical trials. Here are some that come up often:Adverse event: an undesirable...reactionscomments
How Do I Find Virtual Health Services?...It can be overwhelming to figure out how to find telehealth services, especially if you do not already have a doctor. But...reactionscomments
A Look at the Services Virtual Care Offers...Telehealth or virtual care can be used to access many different types of health services. To get started, talk to your doctor...reactionscomments
Working With Restless Legs Syndrome...Trying to concentrate on work while your leg muscles are twitching or pulling can be hard. The good news is that many...
Restless Legs Syndrome in Special Populations...Restless legs syndrome (RLS) causes uncomfortable sensations, and sometimes pain, in the legs or arms. It is also called Willis-Ekbom disease and...
Devices to Treat Restless Legs Syndrome...There are several theories for what causes the unpleasant sensation of restless legs syndrome (RLS). Several neurotransmitters are thought to be involved...
Prescription Medications to Treat Restless Legs Syndrome...Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is one of the most common sleep disorders. It causes unpleasant sensations in the legs and an uncontrollable...
Restless Legs Syndrome and Mental Health...Restless legs syndrome (RLS) and mental health have a chicken and egg relationship. People with RLS often have depression, anxiety, and other...
Preparing for a Virtual Visit with Your Doctor...Visiting your doctor online is a great way to get healthcare if you are not able to go in person. You can...reactionscomments
What to Know About Sleep Disorders and Social Security Disability...There is no question that sleep disorders can be debilitating. The daytime sleepiness and fatigue common to sleep disorders can cause both...
How Does Eating Affect Sleep?...What you eat and drink, and when, can impact your sleep, sometimes dramatically. Some of the advice for eating and drinking for...
Keeping a Sleep Diary...One of the tools you and your doctor may use to diagnose your sleep problems is called a sleep diary. A sleep...
Alpha-2-Delta Calcium Channel Ligands to Treat RLS...Alpha-2-delta calcium channel ligands are a class of drugs used for chronic, persistent restless legs syndrome (RLS) when iron supplements do not...
Restless Legs Syndrome in Pregnant Women...Gestational restless legs syndrome (RLS) is the most common movement disorder that develops during pregnancy. It can be a minor nuisance to...
Carbidopa/Levodopa Therapy for Restless Legs Syndrome...Levodopa was the first drug formally studied to treat restless legs syndrome (RLS). Also called L-dopa, it was first discovered as a...
