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...
Myths and Misconceptions About Sleep...Humans spend about one-third of their lives asleep. It is a body function as important as food and water in keeping you...
Telehealth 101: How to Visit Your Doctor Online...Telehealth is a virtual service that lets patients interact with a healthcare professional online. This lets doctors and patients connect without being...reactionscomments
Physical Exam and Symptom History...Sleep disorders are usually diagnosed using a combination of an in-person exam, a sleep history, and sometimes blood or sleep tests. Any...
Iron Supplements to Treat Restless Legs Syndrome...Doctors have known since the 1950s that taking iron can help people with restless legs syndrome, even if the person does not...
How Does Exercise Affect Sleep?...Could something as simple as more exercise be the elixir that cures your sleep disorder? Chances are no, more exercise will not...
Lifestyle Changes and Home Remedies to Treat RLS...Home remedies can offer relief from the uncomfortable sensations caused by restless legs syndrome (RLS) and help you get a good night’s...
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...
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...
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...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...
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...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...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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...reactionscomments
