A condition that compels people to move their legs could indicate they have a greater chance of developing Parkinson's disease. A new study also suggests this risk decreases for those prescribed ...

Clinicians should regularly test serum iron studies, including ferritin and transferrin saturation, in all patients with clinically significant RLS, ideally in the morning. (HealthDay News) — In a ...

Restless legs can make nights long and feedings harder. These gentle, mom-tested strategies can ease symptoms and help you protect your sleep and well-being in the fourth trimester.

DARIEN, IL - A new clinical practice guideline developed by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine provides updated recommendations for the treatment of restless legs syndrome. The guideline reflects ...

Restless leg syndrome is when you feel very unpleasant "creepy-crawly" (or even painful) sensations in your legs while you're sitting or lying still, especially at bedtime. People can experience ...

Parkinson’s disease, a progressive brain disorder that can cause tremors, stiffness, and slowed movement, affects about one in every 336 Americans. While its exact cause isn’t fully understood, ...

Medically reviewed by Peter Weiss, MDMedically reviewed by Peter Weiss, MD Restless legs syndrome (RLS), or Willis-Ekbom disease, affects about one-third of pregnant people and peaks in the third ...

A recent study has found that people who are dealing with kidney issues are more likely to develop one of the least known ...

In a recent study published in JAMA Network Open, researchers investigated the risk of Parkinson’s disease (PD) among individuals with restless legs syndrome (RLS). RLS is characterized by an ...

Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is often worse at nighttime. Some people may only have the symptoms at this time. Many with RLS also experience limb movements during sleep. As many as 80% of people with ...

Dear Dr. Roach: Do you have any recommendations to stop restless legs at night? My husband has been to many doctors to find a cause or a solution to stop them. His legs have raised up as much as a ...

Restless feet on cold winter nights can ruin both your sleep and your mood. This isn't just due to the weather; it can also be a sign of a deficiency within your body. Today, experts share four easy ...