The Reason WhyWhen I was asked to recount the effects RLS has on me, my life, and the world around me, I questioned why I had been approached. I am not a... By Nikki Hades2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Embracing Changes in Lifestyle and Habits I have just separated from my common-law spouse of 25 years. It is a new beginning in many ways for me. A new place to live — a wee studio... By Nikki Albert3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Living With Endometriosis While Juggling RLSI wish that I had just restless legs syndrome (RLS), but I also have a couple of other diseases. I have given it a lot of thought: Which disease makes... By Ray Li3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Restless Legs Syndrome in Older AdultsRestless legs syndrome (RLS) is a condition that affects your nervous system and muscles. It causes an urge to move your legs and tingling or crawling sensations in your legs... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Trauma and RLSThere were many pieces of the puzzle that was my life before I realized I had restless legs syndrome (RLS). I was taking SSRIs, which made me kick my legs... By Laura Wheatman Hill3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What We Do in the ShadowsAs the day draws to a close, RLS sufferers such as myself find themselves waking from our stupor, resembling creatures that roam in the darkness, only ever heard of and... By Nikki Hades2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Considerations for Getting a (Support) DogI am planning on applying for an Emotional Support Dog to help me with my various anxieties and my PTSD. As I have never lived with a dog before, I... By Ray Li3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
A Day in the Life of a Child With RLSHaving had restless legs syndrome (RLS) since I was a child, I've recently become fascinated with watching my goddaughter, who has a really bad case of RLS. Her strength, dignity... By Joy Adanna Emelogu3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Please Distract MeRestless legs syndrome (RLS) can feel like a living nightmare. The more still and calm I want my body to be, the more agitated it becomes. For me, this manifests... By Simone Yemm2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
You Might Have a Sleep Disorder If… You might have a sleep disorder if... you can't sleep. Well, that was a short article! Just kidding. I was reading an article from the CDC (in particular one on... By Nikki Albert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Ask Our Health Leaders: RLS and Sleep Health AwarenessRestless legs syndrome (RLS) is one of the most common sleep disorders. The unpleasant sensations that characterize the condition can make it difficult to fall asleep, stay asleep, and fall... By RLS Team5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
We're Gonna Need A Bigger... Bath!If you are familiar with the film series Jaws, you automatically thought: BOAT! We're gonna need a bigger BOAT! What in the blue blazes has that to do with restless... By Nikki Hades3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Restless Legs by Day and NightExperiencing a bespoke attack of RLS can be nothing short of debilitating. I don't know if you put in place items that will aid you during your nighttime romp around... By Nikki Hades2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
4 Reasons You'll Love Our Biweekly Newsletter!Do you want more information about restless legs syndrome (RLS)? Are you looking for support? Do you want to connect with other people affected by RLS and hear their stories?... By RLS Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What I Know Now About RLSRestless legs syndrome (RLS) is a neurological condition that causes uncomfortable sensations that are only relieved by moving. Most commonly it is felt in the legs, but people feel it... By Simone Yemm3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Going Back on Tramadol (Part 2): A New DoseThis article is a continuation of a previous article, "Going Back on Tramadol." Click here to read the previous installment! I finally had my neurologist appointment. One I’d been waiting... By Nikki Albert3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
RLS and the Four SeasonsWhilst those of you out there that enjoy classical music may think I am diving into Vivaldi's back catalogue, I am in fact going to discuss the connection between weather... By Nikki Hades2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
Grateful for Pregabalin Keeping My RLS at BayPreviously I wrote about how I had to stop taking pramipexole due to the augmentation I was experiencing and knowing that I would not be able to handle the increase... By Ray Li3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
RLS and Lost LoveAs a child, I gravitated toward the classic love stories a lot — the likes of Romeo and Juliet (which is more of a tragedy, but still), Pride and Prejudice... By Joy Adanna Emelogu2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Keeping Busy in the Middle of the NightNighttime is meant to be for sleeping. That is my philosophy in life, at any rate. I enjoy a few hours of television or a bit of light reading. There... By Simone Yemm3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments