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·November 13, 2024·5 min read

Study Revolutionize Restless Legs Syndrome Treatment

Researchers released new clinical guidelines for treating restless legs syndrome (RLS), emphasizing patient-centered care and evidence-based updates. Iron supplementation is now a key recommendation, addressing low brain iron as a cause of RLS. Dopamine agonists like pramipexole and ropinirole are de-emphasized due to risks of worsening symptoms, while newer treatments such as alpha-2-delta ligands, nerve stimulation, and low-dose opioids gain conditional or strong recommendations.

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·June 5, 2024·4 min read

Genetic Clues to Restless Leg Syndrome Uncovered

Scientists have discovered over 140 new genetic risk loci linked to restless leg syndrome (RLS), offering insights into its causes and potential treatments. This significant advancement could help identify those at greatest risk and improve management strategies.

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·August 23, 2019·4 min read

Suicide and self-harm risk nearly triple in people with restless leg syndrome

Restless leg syndrome (RLS) triples the risk of suicide and self-harm in those with the condition.

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·June 7, 2019·3 min read

High levels of rare gut bacteria may be linked to restless legs syndrome

Findings from a small sample study link small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) to restless leg syndrome.

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·November 17, 2018·3 min read

Breakthrough in Treatment for Restless Leg Syndrome

Researchers report, in restless leg syndrome, neurons targeting muscles may be responsible.

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·April 28, 2018·3 min read

Brain Structure Linked to Symptoms of Restless Leg Syndrome

A new study implicates structural changes in the somatosensory cortex as a cause of restless leg syndrome.

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·July 15, 2017·4 min read

Restless Legs Syndrome Linked to Poor Sleep Quality and Impaired Function in Pregnancy

A new study links restless leg syndrome to poor quality sleep and poor daytime function in pregnant women. RLS is common in pregnant women, especially in the third trimester. It is estimated up to 36% of women suffer RLS at some point during pregnancy. Researchers say identifying and treating RLS could help alleviate some of the burden of the symptoms.

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·July 10, 2017·4 min read

Purpose in Life by Day Linked to Better Sleep at Night

Researchers at Northwestern University report older adults who suffer from sleep disturbances such as sleep apnea and restless leg syndrome might enjoy a better night's sleep by cultivating a purpose in life.

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·June 12, 2017·5 min read

Insomnia Genes Found

Researchers have identified seven risk genes for insomnia.

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·May 7, 2013·3 min read

Restless Legs Syndrome, Insomnia And Brain Chemistry: A Tangled Mystery Solved?

Using neuroimaging, researchers discovered glutamate levels are abnormally high in people with restless leg syndrome. The higher the level of glutamate in patients with RLS, the less sleep they were able to get.