This study is the first of its kind in developing an off-label indication for RLS. Other conditions we’re considering ...

The delayed sleep-wake phase in adolescents often overlaps with ADHD and restless legs syndrome, worsening insomnia and ...

The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) has updated its guidelines for the treatment of restless legs syndrome (RLS) for the first time in 12 years. In this video interview, guideline author ...

For decades, scientists have been trying to unravel the mysteries of restless legs syndrome (RLS), a poorly understood and underdiagnosed neurological disorder causing itching, crawling, and aching ...

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 ...

Regular stretching of the legs can help reduce tension and discomfort associated with RLS. Simple stretches like calf raises, hamstring stretches, and quadriceps stretches can be beneficial. Doing ...

Some evidence suggests that magnesium deficiency may contribute to restless leg syndrome (RLS). Therefore, taking magnesium supplements may help reduce RLS symptoms and improve sleep quality. A 2024 ...

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 ...

The "two-hour" rule: To help manage and ease these symptoms at home, the NHS urges following a "two-hour" rule regarding alcohol consumption. Specifically, you should not drink any alcohol for at ...