Restless legs syndrome, a condition affecting millions of Americans, may be tied to increased Parkinson’s risk, according to ...

Most cases of restless leg syndrome have no known cause. However, researchers associate certain genetic variants with the condition. It may also occur due to a disruption of dopamine levels in the ...

Parkinson’s — which can cause tremors, slow movement and stiffness — is believed to affect 1 in every 336 Americans.

Willis-Ekbom disease—more commonly known as restless legs syndrome—is a condition that causes an irresistible urge to move the legs. At its best it's inconvenient, and at its worst it can cause ...

A recent study has identified chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients—especially those undergoing dialysis—as a group at significantly higher risk of developing Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS). The ...

Restless legs syndrome (RLS) can sometimes affect the arms. When symptoms only occur in the arms, the condition is called restless arms syndrome (RAS). RAS is much less common. RLS in the arms may ...

This informational guide, part of POPSUGAR's Condition Center, lays out the realities of this health concern: what it is, what it can look like, and strategies that medical experts say are proven to ...

OUR resident specialist and NHS GP, Dr Zoe Williams, shares her expert advice. Today, Dr Zoe helps a reader who suffers from ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: Would you discuss causes of nocturnal leg cramps? I have exhausted all of the common remedies without success. — R.S., M.D. ANSWER: Leg cramps are common. They begin suddenly and ...

You’re desperately trying to doze off, but your legs didn’t get the memo—they’re achy and uncomfortable, and you feel like you can’t keep them still. If that sounds familiar, you may be dealing with ...

Actor Kevin Dobson reveals long battle with Restless Legs Syndrome. April 5, 2011— -- Nearly a decade ago, television and movie actor Kevin Dobson, now 68, took on a new role in a play. The job, ...

Restless leg syndrome is when you feel very unpleasant "creepy-crawly" (or even painful) sensations in your legs while you're sitting or lying still, especially at bedtime. People can experience ...