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Restless Legs Syndrome
Restless Legs - A Definition
Restless leg(s)
syndrome is a disorder of the nervous system that affects
sensation and movement in the legs and causes the limbs
to feel uncomfortable. Relief can be temporarily gained
by moving the legs which cause sufferers to seem fidgety
and restless.
Restless legs
syndrome (RLS) is a sensory motor neurological movement disorder
affecting approx. 12-15 million Americans. Very few healthcare
providers really know of the existence of this syndrome.
Often
misdiagnosed and/or unrecognized because of comorbid conditions,
Restless Legs Syndrome is a lifelong condition with worsening
symptoms for the patient. With no known cure, a treatment is often
unsuccessful in alleviating the discomfort associated with the
RLS syndrome.
A resource for people with Restless Legs
Syndrome - The Restless Legs Report
The Restless Legs Syndrome can have
a significant physical and emotional impact on people affected.
The symptoms may interfere with their sleep, and as a result, they
may feel sleepy during the day, too tired to participate in their
daily activities.
Restless Legs Syndrome is a real medical condition
(just not discussed in public as often as other medical conditions),
like diabetes, acid reflux, depression, or high blood pressure.
Many people who suffer from RLS are unaware that there is a name
for their condition: It's called Restless Legs Syndrome.