Restless legs syndrome can begin at any age and tends to get worse with age. It can disrupt sleep, which interferes with daily activities. RLS also is known as Willis-Ekbom disease. Simple self-care steps and lifestyle changes may help relieve symptoms. Medicines also help many people with RLS.
Restless legs syndrome Diagnosis To diagnose restless legs syndrome, your healthcare professional takes your medical history and asks about your symptoms. A diagnosis of RLS is based on the following criteria, established by the International Restless Legs Syndrome Study Group:
RLS is a neurologic disorder that affects sensation and movement in the legs and causes the legs to feel uncomfortable. This results in an overwhelming feeling of wanting to move your legs to make them comfortable.
Mayo Clinic healthcare professionals have expertise treating sleep conditions and movement conditions. At the Mayo Clinic sleep facilities, experts diagnose and treat RLS. Mayo Clinic researchers are actively involved in studies to better understand RLS and how to treat it — finding solutions to improve your care and quality of life.
Mayo Clinic doctors trained in nervous system conditions (neurologists) and others study genetic and environmental factors that can lead to RLS. They also seek new treatments for the condition.
Pramipexole is also used to treat Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS). RLS is a neurologic disorder that affects sensation and movement in the legs and causes the legs to feel uncomfortable. This results in an irresistible feeling of wanting to move your legs to make them comfortable. This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
متلازمة تململ الساقين (RLS) حالة تسبب رغبة ملحة جدًا في تحريك الساقين. وعادةً ما تكون الرغبة في الحركة ناتجة عن شعور غير مريح في الساقين. وتحدث غالبًا في المساء أو الليل عند الجلوس أو الاستلقاء.