FEATURED Medical education topic: Restless Legs Syndrome

Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) is a neurological disorder that causes uncomfortable sensations in the legs, and a strong urge to move them, more frequently during the evening or when someone is resting.  RLS can begin at any age, and is thought to affect approximately 7-10% of the U.S. population. There is no cure for RLS, but there are treatments available for some symptoms, as well as some lifestyle changes that may provide relief. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine recently developed a new clinical practice guideline, updating the recommendations for treating RLS. Restless Legs Syndrome can have a significant impact on a person’s quality of life, therefore it is important for healthcare providers to be able to diagnose timely and manage symptoms.

Proposed Learning Objectives:

At the conclusion of this activity, the learners will be able to:

• Define Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) 
• List the diagnostic clinical features of RLS 
• Describe treatment options for managing RLS, including individuals who experience treatment failures and augmentations

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References:

https://www.ninds.nih.gov/health-information/disorders/restless-legs-syndrome

https://jcsm.aasm.org/doi/10.5664/jcsm.11390