RLS (Restless Legs Syndrome) Treatment
Get Personalized Care From Restless Leg Syndrome Doctor in Rockville, MD
Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) can leave you feeling exhausted, uncomfortable, and frustrated—especially at night. If you’re experiencing twitchy, crawling sensations or a strong urge to move your legs that disrupts your sleep, you’re not alone. At The Sleep Clinic in Rockville, MD, we specialize in diagnosing and treating RLS with personalized care. From lifestyle adjustments to medication-based therapies, we work closely with you to relieve RLS symptoms and restore restful sleep. We proudly serve Rockville, Germantown, Silver Spring, and surrounding Maryland communities.
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Schedule your appoitnment with our sleep medicine specialist, Dr. Sahira Shekhon today, to get a consultation to find yourself a personalized treaatment for RLS.
What is RLS?
RLS, or Restless Legs Syndrome, is a condition that causes uncomfortable sensations in the legs, which can make it difficult to fall or stay asleep. It affects anywhere between 5-10% of adults in the US and is more likely found in women over men. RLS may be caused by a variety of factors such as genetics, certain medications, and other health conditions.
Common Signs/Symptoms of RLS
The signs/symptoms of RLS can be difficult to describe. It is characterized by an irresistible urge to move one’s legs to relieve the discomfort, which can make it hard to relax and can disturb one’s sleep.
Here are some words/phrases commonly used by patients with RLS to describe their feelings:
- Twitchy
- Creepy, crawly
- Uncomfortable
- Restless
- Legs want to move on their own
Symptoms typically are triggered when the patient is resting or inactive and only occur, or significantly worsen, in the evening and at night. Symptoms may be temporarily relieved by moving the affected body part.
How is RLS Diagnosed?
How is RLS Treated?
Treatment of RLS is multifactorial and involves medications, lifestyle changes, or both and depends on the individual case. It is important to diagnose and appropriately treat RLS to reduce negative consequences such as poor quality of life, sleep interferences, discomfort, and pain.
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If you are experiencing restless nights due to RLS, and missing on your precious sleeping time, Call our clinic or book your sleep consultation online with our certified sleep medicine specialist.
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FAQs:
1. What is Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS)?
Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) is a condition that causes uncomfortable sensations in the legs along with an urge to move them, often making it difficult to fall asleep or remain asleep.
2. How common is RLS and who is affected?
RLS affects an estimated 5–10% of adults in the United States and is more commonly seen in women than men.
3. How do people usually describe RLS symptoms?
Patients often describe RLS sensations as twitchy, creepy or crawly, uncomfortable, restless, or as if their legs want to move by themselves, with symptoms typically easing when they move around.
4. When do RLS symptoms tend to occur?
Symptoms usually begin or worsen when a person is resting or inactive and commonly become more pronounced in the evening or at night, interfering with sleep and relaxation.
5. How is RLS diagnosed at The Sleep Clinic?
RLS is diagnosed primarily on clinical symptoms; your provider may also order blood tests and review your medical history and current medications to look for contributing factors, and sleep studies can be used to support the diagnosis when needed.
6. How is RLS treated?
Treatment for RLS is multifactorial and may include medications, lifestyle changes, or both, with the aim of reducing discomfort, pain, sleep disruption, and the impact on quality of life.
7. How can I get Restless Legs Syndrome care at The Sleep Clinic?
You can receive RLS care by scheduling an appointment with The Sleep Clinic’s sleep medicine specialist, Dr. Sahira Sekhon, in Rockville, MD, either by calling the clinic or booking a visit online.