Up to 10% of Americans suffer from restless legs syndrome (RLS), a neurological disorder that causes uncomfortable sensations in the legs and an irresistible urge to move them. But despite how common ...

Actor Kevin Dobson reveals long battle with Restless Legs Syndrome. April 5, 2011— -- Nearly a decade ago, television and movie actor Kevin Dobson, now 68, took on a new role in a play. The job, ...

People with restless leg syndrome may also have a higher risk for Parkinson's disease, a study from the Republic of Korea has found.

Restless legs syndrome, also called Willis-Ekbom Disease, is a neurological sleep disorder in which a person experiences an urge to move their legs or arms, and this urge is accompanied by or in ...

You’re desperately trying to doze off, but your legs didn’t get the memo—they’re achy and uncomfortable, and you feel like you can’t keep them still. If that sounds familiar, you may be dealing with ...

If you have a habit of moving your legs repeatedly during sleep, then do not take it lightly. These can be symptoms of restless leg syndrome. Know what are its causes and what serious consequences can ...

Do you have the urge to move your legs, typically in the evening before bed? Dr. Chris Jones, a neurologist and expert on sleep and movement disorders, says the cause of restless legs syndrome remains ...

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 ...

A few years ago, I hosted a late-night call-in show, offering listeners help with their health dilemmas. Given the hour, the phones were often quiet - until one night, my producer casually mentioned ...

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