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Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a neurological disorder characterized by unpleasant sensations in the legs and an uncontrollable urge to move when at rest in an effort to relieve these feelings. RLS sensations are often described by people as burning, creeping, tugging, or like insects crawling inside the legs. Often called paresthesias (abnormal sensations) or dysesthesias (unpleasant abnormal sensations), the sensations range in severity from uncomfortable to irritating to painful.

The most distinctive or unusual aspect of the condition is that lying down and trying to relax activates the symptoms. As a result, most people with RLS have difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep. Left untreated, the condition causes exhaustion and daytime fatigue. Many people with RLS report that their job, personal relations, and activities of daily living are strongly affected as a result of their exhaustion. They are often unable to concentrate, have impaired memory, or fail to accomplish daily tasks.
Study uncovers genetic clues to the cause of restless leg syndrome

Study uncovers genetic clues to the cause of restless leg syndrome

New review explores the key gender differences in sleep, circadian rhythms and metabolism

New review explores the key gender differences in sleep, circadian rhythms and metabolism

Tai Chi shows long-term benefits for people with Parkinson's

Tai Chi shows long-term benefits for people with Parkinson's

Review explores relationship between sleep disorders and pregnancy

Review explores relationship between sleep disorders and pregnancy

What causes insomnia and how to treat it?

What causes insomnia and how to treat it?

Cannabidiol for Parkinson's disease symptom management

Cannabidiol for Parkinson's disease symptom management

Flinders University sleep experts test new mattress sensor

Flinders University sleep experts test new mattress sensor

New AASM position statement emphasizes that sleep is a biological necessity

New AASM position statement emphasizes that sleep is a biological necessity

Recipients of 2020 Sleep Research Society awards announced

Recipients of 2020 Sleep Research Society awards announced

Greater medical care needed for older adults with untreated sleep apnea

Greater medical care needed for older adults with untreated sleep apnea

Women with diabetes at greater risk for sleep disturbances

Women with diabetes at greater risk for sleep disturbances

Study finds high rates of small intestinal bacterial overgrowth in patients with restless legs syndrome

Study finds high rates of small intestinal bacterial overgrowth in patients with restless legs syndrome

Study: Pathogenetic downregulation of adenosine linked to restless leg syndrome

Study: Pathogenetic downregulation of adenosine linked to restless leg syndrome

Breakthrough in the treatment of Restless Legs Syndrome

Breakthrough in the treatment of Restless Legs Syndrome

New study supports motor cortex 'excitability' as cause of restless legs syndrome

New study supports motor cortex 'excitability' as cause of restless legs syndrome

New study focuses on best, cost effective practices to bridge treatment gap for brain disorders

New study focuses on best, cost effective practices to bridge treatment gap for brain disorders

Study shows link between restless legs syndrome symptoms and brain structure

Study shows link between restless legs syndrome symptoms and brain structure

Feeling sleepy during the day could predict Alzheimer's disease finds study

Feeling sleepy during the day could predict Alzheimer's disease finds study

New guide provides evidence-based overview of key sleep challenges faced by women

New guide provides evidence-based overview of key sleep challenges faced by women

New study uncovers 13 previously-unknown genetic risk variants for restless legs syndrome

New study uncovers 13 previously-unknown genetic risk variants for restless legs syndrome

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