When a patient comes to our physical therapy clinic with lower back pain, it’s standard protocol to take a thorough history and complete a neurological exam. This is especially important if the ...
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 ...
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 ...
Regular stretching of the legs can help reduce tension and discomfort associated with RLS. Simple stretches like calf raises, hamstring stretches, and quadriceps stretches can be beneficial. Doing ...
Up to 10% of Americans suffer from restless legs syndrome (RLS), a neurological disorder that causes uncomfortable sensations in the legs and an irresistible urge to move them. But despite how common ...
FARGO - Jane Williams said it's almost impossible to explain what restless legs syndrome feels like to people who don't have it. "It's just this urge to move your legs," she said. "It's a feeling ...
The "two-hour" rule: To help manage and ease these symptoms at home, the NHS urges following a "two-hour" rule regarding alcohol consumption. Specifically, you should not drink any alcohol for at ...