Restless Legs Awareness Day

Restless Legs Awareness Day, September 23rd, promotes education about a medical condition that affects adults and children alike.

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Professor Karl-Axel Ekborn, a Swedish neurologist, first reported this condition in 1945. Since then, we've learned a lot about it, but there is still no known reason for it.

Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS), also known as Willis-Ekbom Disease (WED), is characterized by uncontrollable urges to move the legs. About 7 percent of the population is affected by the disease. Many people with chronic illnesses report that it affects their quality of life. RLS, the disorder presents with the following signs: RLS, the condition causes RLS, and it appears as follows:

Strong urges to move the legs have sparked strong urges; uncomfortable or uncomfortable sensations may accompany the urges as well
When releasing or inactive, the symptoms get worse; they're particularly noticeable when trying to sleep
However, walking, stretching, or walking can all help
During the night and evening hours, symptoms rise
arthritis, injury, and other illnesses don't appear to be related to any other symptom – arthritis, arthritis

Many with RSL lead normal lives. Symptoms can be reduced by identifying and removing exacerbating drugs. RLS is still looking for a reason.

How to celebrate restless legs awareness day?

See a doctor if RLS seems to be affecting your daily routine. Share medications that have been most effective for you. RLS is a disorder of the respiratory system, so visit rls.org to learn more. Give your legs some much-needed pampering while learning more. Use the day for a leg massage or a little exercise. You can also see your doctor by making an appointment. Seek out the relief you so richly deserve. To post on social media, use the hashtag #restlessLegsAwarenessDay.