Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS)
A condition that occurs while resting or lying in bed; it is characterized by an irresistible urgency to move the legs to obtain relief from a strange and uncomfortable sensation in the legs.
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About Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS)
Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a disorder of the nervous system (the system consisting of your brain, spinal cord, and nerves).
For a doctor to diagnose RLS, you must have the following:
A very strong urge to move your legs. Often, RLS also causes unpleasant or painful feelings in your legs. Your legs may feel itchy or tingly, or you may feel creeping, burning, pulling, aching, or throbbing. Your legs may jerk or twitch. These feelings can also happen in other parts of your body, such as your arms. Symptoms get worse when sitting or lying down. Symptoms get better or go away when you move, but come back once you sit or lie down again. Symptoms are worse in the evening or at night. This can make it hard to fall asleep or to stay asleep…