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Content updated on Sep 20, 2022
What is restless foot syndrome?
Restless legs syndrome (RLS), also known as Willis-Ekbom disease, is a condition that causes an uncontrollable urge to move your legs, usually due to an uncomfortable sensation. It typically occurs while sitting or lying down. The exact cause is unknown but may be related to a chemical (dopamine) imbalance in the brain. RLS can begin at any age and generally worsens with age. It can disrupt sleep, which interferes with daily activities.
Symptoms of restless foot syndrome
Difficulty sleeping due to uncomfortable sensation in my legs
Moving legs relieves the unpleasant feeling when legs are still
Knees often bend and straighten when sleeping
Questions your doctor may ask to check for restless foot syndrome
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose restless foot syndrome
Do you feel your legs are restless and you can't sleep well?
Does moving your legs relieve the unpleasant feeling when your legs are still?
Do you bend and straighten your knees often when sleeping?
Treatment for restless foot syndrome
Medications and lifestyle changes like avoiding caffeine, exercising, quitting tobacco, and self-care (massages, warm baths, breathing exercises, etc.) can help relieve symptoms.
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Shohei Harase, MD (Neurology)
Dr. Harase spent his junior and senior high school years in Finland and the U.S. After graduating from the University of Washington (Bachelor of Science, Molecular and Cellular Biology), he worked for Apple Japan Inc. before entering the University of the Ryukyus School of Medicine. He completed his residency at Okinawa Prefectural Chubu Hospital, where he received the Best Resident Award in 2016 and 2017. In 2021, he joined the Department of Cerebrovascular Medicine at the National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center, specializing in hyperacute stroke.
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