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 ...

A new clinical practice guideline provides updated recommendations for the treatment of restless legs syndrome. The guideline reflects the latest scientific evidence and recommends significant changes ...

The 2025 AASM guidelines recommend iron supplementation as the first-line treatment for RLS when ferritin levels are below 75 ng/mL. Dopamine agonists like ropinirole can reduce RLS symptoms but carry ...

Restless legs syndrome (RLS), also known as Willis-Ekbom Disease, is a neurological condition that affects about 7% of people. Typical symptoms include an irresistible urge to move your legs, ...

When patients are being evaluated for sleep problems we ask if they have “creepy crawly” feelings in the legs with a strong urge to move them that make it difficult to fall asleep. Many patients ...