Restless Legs Syndrome

My Friend Says I May Have RLS?

I am a 65-year-old woman. For the past two years, I have been having restless feelings in my legs when lying down in bed at night. My friend says I...

What Causes RLS (Restless Legs Syndrome)?

Researchers have been trying to find the cause of RLS since Ekbom’s description of this condition appeared 65 years ago. Today we know a great deal about RLS— but not...

How do Physicians Diagnose RLS?

Currently, there is no single laboratory diagnostic test available for RLS. Therefore, the diagnosis is based entirely on an analysis of the patient’s symptoms. A few years ago, a group...

How Common is RLS (Restless Legs Syndrome)?

RLS is a very common disorder. Unfortunately, because of misconceptions and lack of adequate knowledge about RLS, this condition remains underdiagnosed or goes undiagnosed. The diagnosis is based on the...

What Is Restless Legs Syndrome?

Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a sensorimotor neu-rologic and movement disorder that seriously impacts sleep and quality of life. The patient experiences char-acteristic complaints of unpleasant sensations in the legs...