Symptoms of Restless Legs Syndrome...Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is one of the most common sleep disorders, yet it is underdiagnosed. Studies estimate that between 5 and 15 percent of U.S. adults and 2 to...
Restless Legs Syndrome Research...Medical breakthroughs come from research into all kinds of diseases and illnesses, including restless legs syndrome (RLS). Different types of research include laboratory studies, clinical trials with patients, genetic studies...
COVID-19 Updates, April 7: Face Coverings, Testing, & Medications...It is common to feel overwhelmed about COVID-19: so much information changing day-to-day. Here are some of the important COVID-19 stories that may be applicable to people living with one...reactionscomments
How Common Is Restless Legs Syndrome?...Restless legs syndrome (RLS) causes uncomfortable sensations in the legs. Twitching, jerking, and the irresistible urge to move the legs also happens. These feelings most often occur in the late...
In America: What's That?...The In America survey is now closed. Are you 1 of the millions of people dealing with restless legs syndrome (RLS)? We know how much RLS can impact your life...reactions2comments
Does Near-Infrared Light Therapy Help RLS Symptoms?...Restless legs syndrome (RLS) causes discomfort in the legs and feet. Doctors think RLS may be worsened by microvascular problems. This simply means that there is not enough blood flow...reactions1comment
What Is Restless Legs Syndrome?...Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is one of the most common sleep disorders. It causes unpleasant sensations in the legs. People describe these sensations as aching, throbbing, itching, pulling, or tingling...
What Is a Sleep Study (Polysomnography)?...Polysomnography (pronounced polly som na gra fee) is the medical term for a sleep study. A sleep study looks at different body functions while you sleep, or try to sleep...
What Is Augmentation?...Augmentation is a common and serious side effect of certain drugs taken for restless legs syndrome (RLS). It occurs in many people who take dopamine agonists or levodopa/carbidopa. Other treatments...
Restless Legs Syndrome in Children...Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a neurological condition that disrupts sleep in children and adults. That is why it is also called a sleep disorder. About 2 to 4 out...
Opioids to Treat Restless Legs Syndrome...Doctors may hesitate to prescribe opioids for restless legs syndrome (RLS) or any other condition these days. However, this group of drugs can be very effective in treating severe RLS...
FDA Makes Way For New Experimental Drugs to Fight COVID-19...On March 19, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the testing of two drugs, chloroquine (hydroxychloroquine) and remdesivir, to treat people with COVID-19. The drugs have been given...reactionscomments
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