Diagnosis and treatment of restless legs syndrome

Samantha Sales; Manjit K. Sanghera; David J. Klocko; R. M. Stewart

doi:10.1097/01.JAA.0000484298.56781.23

Diagnosis and treatment of restless legs syndrome

Samantha Sales, Manjit K. Sanghera, David J. Klocko, R. M. Stewart

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Abstract

Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a disorder characterized by an irresistible urge to move the legs during rest, usually accompanied by uncomfortable sensations in the affected extremity or extremities. RLS can manifest at any age but prevalence increases with advancing age. This article describes the symptoms of RLS, associated comorbidities, and how to diagnose and manage RLS.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	15-20
Number of pages	6
Journal	Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants
Volume	29
Issue number	7
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1097/01.JAA.0000484298.56781.23
State	Published - 2016

Keywords

Dopaminergics
Involuntary
Movement disorder
Periodic limb movements
Restless legs syndrome
URGED criteria

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Nurse Assisting

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