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Charles was living a full life when Parkinson's disease hit. Although a progressive neurodegenerative disease affecting movement, there are many medical treatments available to help with symptom management. While Levadopa, the standard of care treatment helped Charles with his symptoms of tremor, he was unable to tolerate it due to the extreme Restless Legs Syndrome he developed. Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgery and treatment at the Movement Disorders Center at Pacific Neuroscience Institute, has saved his life and put him on a new trajectory full of movement and joy. Learn more.

In this episode, Dr. Seema Khosla talks with women's sleep expert Dr. Safia Khan about women's unique sleep challenges. Dr. Khan is an editor for "A Clinical Casebook of Sleep Disorders in Women" and specializes in women's sleep health at UT Southwestern. She explains how sleep disorders affect women differently across their lives, particularly during pregnancy and menopause, and how these transitions disrupt normal sleep patterns.  Discover Dr. Khan's assessment strategies for insomnia in women, including decision-making frameworks for implementing CBT-I versus medication interventions. Learn about the underdiagnosis of sleep disorders in women, particularly during menopause, and strategies for changing this normalized narrative. The conversation explores the physiological differences in sleep-disordered breathing between men and women, explaining why sleep apnea incidence equalizes during menopause.  The discussion addresses managing hypersomnia during pregnancy, approaches to fatigue without diagnosed sleep disorders, connections between PCOS and sleep disruption, and guidance on Restless Legs Syndrome management, including the critical role of iron deficiency screening in adolescent girls.  This episode provides essential knowledge for practitioners seeking to better understand and treat the unique sleep health challenges women face across their lifespans. 

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Believe it or not, but the 3rd Annual Sleep Unplugged "Sleepy" Awards are upon us again. What better way to close out the year of sleep than to recognize some truly exceptions individuals and organizations within the field of sleep.  Join me as we celebrate some of the brightest stars in this podcast episode:The 2024 Sleepy Award winners are:Social Media Warrior                    Dr. Upneet "Neety" Chawla                                                          (@sleeping.beauty_md) Sleep Outsider Award                  Equinox HotelsSleep Vanguard Organization     Mattress FirmSleep Sports Organization          Los Angeles DodgersSleep Podcast of The Year           The SRS Podcast/Dr. Jesse Cook                                                                            (@sleepandsports)Best Insomnia Advice                   Teresa (DeNike) Power (@sleepbetternyc)Book of the Year                            Navigating Life with Restless Legs Syndrome                                                          Dr. Andrew Spector (@andrewspectormd)Sleep Trend Farewell                    Sleepy Girl Mocktail                  Sleep Crusader Award                 Dr. Michael Grandner (@michaelgrandner)Produced by: Maeve WinterMore Twitter: @drchriswinter IG: @drchriwinter Threads: @drchriswinter Bluesky: @drchriswinter The Sleep Solution and The Rested Child Thanks for listening and sleep well!

In a world where a good night's sleep feels elusive, Dr. Michael Breus offers a simple yet transformative truth: consistency is key. As a clinical psychologist and renowned sleep expert, Dr. Breus dives into the nuances of sleep science, revealing how the posture you adopt in bed, the rhythm of your wake-up time, and the intentionality of your evening routine can unlock profound rest and rejuvenation. With compelling insights on the stages of sleep, the power of alignment, and even the emotional healing found in dreams, this conversation challenges you to view sleep not as a passive state, but as an active cornerstone of wellness. Take one small step—wake up at the same time every day—and watch your energy soar. Key Takeaways: Learn practical ways to align your sleep posture, position, and habits to wake up refreshed and energized. Discover how viewing sleep as a recovery process can empower you to make better choices in optimizing your rest for physical, mental, and emotional restoration. Learn how simple changes in your evening routine can help you transition smoothly into a restful night, setting the stage for better sleep quality. Explore how to tailor small, manageable habits—like consistent wake-up times—to improve sleep consistency, even with a busy schedule. Gain insights into how your dreams act as emotional processing tools, helping you tackle daily stress and challenges with renewed clarity.   About the Guest:  Michael J. Breus, Ph.D., is a Clinical Psychologist and both a Diplomate of the American Board of Sleep Medicine and a Fellow of The American Academy of Sleep Medicine. He is one of only 168 psychologists in the world to have passed the Sleep Medical Speciality board without going to Medical School. Dr. Breus was recently named the Top Sleep Specialist in California by Reader's Digest, and one of the 10 most influential people in sleep. Dr. Breus is on the clinical advisory board of The Dr. Oz Show and was on the show 40 times.  Dr. Breus is the author of The Power of When, (2016) a #1 at Amazon for Time Management and Happiness (#28 overall), a biohacking guidebook proving that there is a perfect time to do everything, based on your genetic biological chronotype. Dr. Breus gives the reader the exact perfect time to have sex, run a mile, eat a cheeseburger, ask your boss for a raise and much more. His newest book (2021) Energize! Go from dragging Ass to kicking it in 30 days, adds the concepts of Movement (not exercise), and Intermittent Fasting to his already famous Sleep Chronotypes. It was also named one of the top books of 2021 by The Today Show. His second book, The Sleep Doctor's Diet Plan: Lose Weight Through Better Sleep (2011), discusses the science and relationship between quality sleep and metabolism. His first book, The Sleep Doctor's 4-Week Program to Better Sleep and Better Health (Dutton/Penguin), an Amazon Top 100 Best Seller, is a do-it-yourself guide to better sleep. Dr. Breus has supplied his expertise with both consulting and as a sleep educator (spokesperson) to brands such as Hastens Mattresses, Ebb Therapeutics (FDA approved insomnia treatment), Apollo,  Princess Cruise lines, Six Senses Hotel and Spa, Lighting Science Group,  Advil PM, Breathe Rite, Crowne Plaza Hotels, Dong Energy (Denmark), Merck (Belsomra), BOSE, iHome, and many more. Dr. Breus lectures all over the world for organizations such as YPO (Young Presidents' Organization) 20+ times in 2018-19, AT&T (10 times), on stage for Tony Robbins (Unleash the Power), hospitals and medical centers, financial organizations, product companies and many more.  For over 14 years Dr. Breus served as the Sleep Expert for WebMD and is also the founder of sleepdoctor.com. Dr. Breus has been interviewed on CNN, Oprah, The View, Anderson Cooper, Rachel Ray, Fox and Friends, The Doctors, Joy Behar, The CBS Early Show, The Today Show, and Mark and Kelly.  He is an expert resource for most major publications doing more than 250 interviews per year (WSJ, NYT, Washington Post, and most popular magazines).  His topic of expertise is the science of sleep and Peak Performance. He has been interviewed about:  Sleep Disorders (Sleep apnea, Narcolepsy, Insomnia, Restless Legs Syndrome, Limb Movements, children's sleep, and all 88 sleep disorders) Sleep Hacking for Peak Performance (biohacking your sleep, how athletes use sleep, executive sleep practices for busy CEOs) Dr. Breus has been in private practice for 23 years and recently relocated his practice to Manhattan Beach just outside of Los Angeles.   Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at: https://smallchangesbigshifts.com hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco   Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! 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Research Interests and Collaborations:● Sleep behaviour and impact on driving ability● The genesis of respiratory failure in Motor Neuron Disease● The Pathophysiology of sleep in Parkinson's Disease● PTSD and effects on sleepiness, Restless Legs Syndrome and REM Behaviour Disorder● The role of GERD in Respiratory Disease● Long Covid and Post Acute Sequelae of Covid-19● Spinal Cord Injury and Sleep Disordered Breathing

We dive into the evolving landscape of treatment for restless legs syndrome (RLS) with neurologist Andrew Spector. For decades, patients have been prescribed dopamine agonists like ropinirole and pramipexole, often unaware that these medications could worsen their symptoms over time. Andrew discusses the new clinical practice guidelines from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, which mark a significant shift in RLS treatment and offer hope for better alternatives. Learn about the risks of long-term dopamine agonist use, patient experiences, and promising new therapies. Andrew Spector is a neurologist. He discusses the KevinMD article, "The unexpected truth about restless legs syndrome treatments." Our presenting sponsor is DAX Copilot by Microsoft. Do you spend more time on administrative tasks like clinical documentation than you do with patients? You're not alone. Clinicians report spending up to two hours on administrative tasks for each hour of patient care. Microsoft is committed to helping clinicians restore the balance with DAX Copilot, an AI-powered, voice-enabled solution that automates clinical documentation and workflows. 70 percent of physicians who use DAX Copilot say it improves their work-life balance while reducing feelings of burnout and fatigue. Patients love it too! 93 percent of patients say their physician is more personable and conversational, and 75 percent of physicians say it improves patient experiences. Help restore your work-life balance with DAX Copilot, your AI assistant for automated clinical documentation and workflows. VISIT SPONSOR → https://aka.ms/kevinmd SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended GET CME FOR THIS EPISODE → https://www.kevinmd.com/cme I'm partnering with Learner+ to offer clinicians access to an AI-powered reflective portfolio that rewards CME/CE credits from meaningful reflections. Find out more: https://www.kevinmd.com/learnerplus

Welcome to the NeurologyLive® Mind Moments® podcast. Tune in to hear leaders in neurology sound off on topics that impact your clinical practice. In this episode, Andy Berkowski, MD, PhD, founder of Relax Health, sat down to discuss the American Academy of Sleep Medicine's (AASM) recently published guideline update for the treatment of restless legs syndrome (RLS). Berkowski, who serves as a vice chair of the AASM's Practice Guidelines Task Force, provided clinical insight on the reasons behind the guidelines, pointing to the vast research advances and literature updates since its last iteration in 2012. Additionally, he touched on the greatest changes to the guidelines, noting things like the shift away from dopaminergic agents, the importance of iron in RLS pathophysiology, and the use of alpha-2-delta ligands and intravenous iron as first-line treatments. Berkowski also shared thoughts on how the guidelines impact care for patients of all ages, sexes, and RLS subtypes, as well as some of the more troubling parts of the guidelines to write and areas that were left unanswered. Furthermore, he gave his thoughts on how these guidelines will transform care going forward, including accelerating conversations on preventing RLS in many cases in the near future. Looking for more epilepsy discussion? Check out the NeurologyLive® Sleep disorders clinical focus page. Episode Breakdown: 1:00 – Reasons behind new guidelines, progress in clinical research 2:50 – Overview of the greatest changes to the guidelines and what treating physicians should key in on 11:25 – Neurology News Minute 13:40 – How the guidelines address management based on age, sex, and RLS subtype 16:30 – Challenges when drafting the guidelines and the unanswered questions that remain 20:10 – A promising future for treating, managing, and preventing RLS The stories featured in this week's Neurology News Minute, which will give you quick updates on the following developments in neurology, are further detailed here: Neurogene Reports Serious Adverse Event in Phase 1/2 Rett Study of Gene Therapy NGN-401 Huntington Agent SAGE-718 to be Discontinued Following Disappointing Phase 2 DIMENSION Trial Results Alzheimer Agent Simufilam Fails to Meet Primary End Point in Phase 3 Study Thanks for listening to the NeurologyLive® Mind Moments® podcast. To support the show, be sure to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. For more neurology news and expert-driven content, visit neurologylive.com.

For the first installment of the Sleep Unplugged Book Club, we will examine Andrew Spector's new book Navigating Life with Restless Legs Syndrome. This also marks a revisiting of the topic we covered in episode #13 (Restless Legs Syndrome: You Gotta Move). In this episode we will:Introduce Dr. Andrew Spector, a Duke University professor of neurology and restless legs expertUpdate and supplement information from episode #13 of this podcast about restless legs syndrome (RLS)Explore the role of iron in RLS and how to use ferritin and transferrin levels to guide potential therapiesTouch upon the idea that despite different causes of RLS, determining the precise reason why you have RLS may not be particularly essential for choosing therapiesList new treatment options that are not prescription medicationsReexamine difficulties and downsides to dopamine agonist therapiesCautiously look at the use of benzodiazepines and opioids in perhaps a new lightTouch upon other prescription medications that might be useful in the disorderMention the relationship between insomnia and RLSProduced by: Maeve WinterMore Twitter: @drchriswinter IG: @drchriwinter Threads: @drchriswinter Bluesky: @drchriswinter The Sleep Solution and The Rested Child Thanks for listening and sleep well!

In this edition, Paul Pennington talks to Julie Gould from RLS UK and Dr Steven Bell from the University of Cambridge about Restless Legs Syndrome. Meg Burgess from Prostate Cancer UK joins Paul to look at the theme to this year's Mens Health Awareness initiative. Joe Marley from the charity, Alcohol Change UK highlights the focus of the 2024 Alcohol Awareness Campaign and in the final interview, Paul talks to Lynsey Conway from the UK Gout Society.        

Dr Alessi discusses the topic of Restless Legs Syndrome with Dr Bernardo Rodrigues

Join Dr. Cameron Barber, Sleep Medicine Physician at WakeMed Pulmonology & Sleep Medicine, to discuss Restless Leg Syndrome.

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Restless Legs Syndrome is a common condition with somewhat mysterious underpinnings…While it can be a side effect on an underlying condition, many people suffer for no known reason.Norman and Tegan take us through what we know, what we suspect and some of the treatments for those jittery legs…References:Iron and restless legs syndrome: Treatment, genetics and pathophysiologyIron-deficiency and dopaminergic treatment effects on RLS-Like behaviors of an animal model with the brain iron deficiency pattern of the restless legs syndromeThe Management of Restless Legs Syndrome:An Updated AlgorithmGot a health question? Shoot us a line @ABCHealth on Instagram, or send a voice memo to thatrash@abc.net.au. We'd love to hear from you!

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In this episode of "Grazing," Clint visits with Springfield native Scott Morton, who describes his journey with Restless Legs Syndrome. He shares this experience in hopes that he may be an encouragement and resource for others suffering from this misunderstood disease.

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"...restless leg syndrome sometimes known as Willis ekblom disease is a common neurological condition characterized by an intense irresistible urge to move the legs on the surface this may tumnus however it can cause significant distress to patients and negatively affect multiple aspects of their lives the condition features unusual unpleasant Sensations described as crawling pitching and stretching of the deeper structures of the leg referred to as dysesthesia but importantly it does not typically feature pain or sensitivity to touch the sensations are usually worse in the evening and are often worst overnight typically when at rest interestingly these feelings are subsided by walking or moving there for patients feel a compulsion to move the legs giving the name restless leg we take this few seconds off to inform you are valued loyal listener about the best health and fitness podcast shows from the Nez pod Studios join us as we give you the best of the best health and wellness updates you can rely on for the treatment of chronic classic functional medicine Back to Basics health tips and special updates from the best doctors in the United States of America check out this health and wellness podcast shows explore Health talk healthy lifestyle matters excellent Health digest healthy and free daily and last but not least weekly health and fitness Corner also check out nasty Boise see the truest story never told Fiction podcast for that real life on the go experience with the 27 year old Golden Boy Who made our guests in like number one list he tells us about his story as it happens in real time and in real life it's nasty boy CC the truest story never told go get a load of join us every week as we continue to provide you the best of health and fitness Wellness updates from around the globe enjoy the show in 80% of cases there are periodic leg moments during sleep which maybe twitching of periodic dorsiflexion of the foot this can last up to five seconds occurring approximately every 22 the second although the name States legs it can also affect the arms depending on severity this can mean A reduced quality of life including poor sleep leading to daytime somnolence which can affect concentration as well as performance in work or school restless leg syndrome is divided into primary and secondary where primary is mostly idiopathic meaning there is no apparent cause it is thought to be familial in many cases and tends to be inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern these patients are more likely to be affected earlier in life even as early as childhood it can demonstrate genetic anticipation which is where the age of onset gets younger through each generation secondary restless leg syndrome is the result of another underlying process examples could be pregnant Ian deficiency and end stage renal disease with 25 to 50 percent of patients on hemodialysis experiencing it it can even be due to some..." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"...restless leg syndrome sometimes known as Willis ekblom disease is a common neurological condition characterized by an intense irresistible urge to move the legs on the surface this may tumnus however it can cause significant distress to patients and negatively affect multiple aspects of their lives the condition features unusual unpleasant Sensations described as crawling pitching and stretching of the deeper structures of the leg referred to as dysesthesia but importantly it does not typically feature pain or sensitivity to touch the sensations are usually worse in the evening and are often worst overnight typically when at rest interestingly these feelings are subsided by walking or moving there for patients feel a compulsion to move the legs giving the name restless leg we take this few seconds off to inform you are valued loyal listener about the best health and fitness podcast shows from the Nez pod Studios join us as we give you the best of the best health and wellness updates you can rely on for the treatment of chronic classic functional medicine Back to Basics health tips and special updates from the best doctors in the United States of America check out this health and wellness podcast shows explore Health talk healthy lifestyle matters excellent Health digest healthy and free daily and last but not least weekly health and fitness Corner also check out nasty Boise see the truest story never told Fiction podcast for that real life on the go experience with the 27 year old Golden Boy Who made our guests in like number one list he tells us about his story as it happens in real time and in real life it's nasty boy CC the truest story never told go get a load of join us every week as we continue to provide you the best of health and fitness Wellness updates from around the globe enjoy the show in 80% of cases there are periodic leg moments during sleep which maybe twitching of periodic dorsiflexion of the foot this can last up to five seconds occurring approximately every 22 the second although the name States legs it can also affect the arms depending on severity this can mean A reduced quality of life including poor sleep leading to daytime somnolence which can affect concentration as well as performance in work or school restless leg syndrome is divided into primary and secondary where primary is mostly idiopathic meaning there is no apparent cause it is thought to be familial in many cases and tends to be inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern these patients are more likely to be affected earlier in life even as early as childhood it can demonstrate genetic anticipation which is where the age of onset gets younger through each generation secondary restless leg syndrome is the result of another underlying process examples could be pregnant Ian deficiency and end stage renal disease with 25 to 50 percent of patients on hemodialysis experiencing it it can even be due to some..." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"...restless leg syndrome sometimes known as Willis ekblom disease is a common neurological condition characterized by an intense irresistible urge to move the legs on the surface this may tumnus however it can cause significant distress to patients and negatively affect multiple aspects of their lives the condition features unusual unpleasant Sensations described as crawling pitching and stretching of the deeper structures of the leg referred to as dysesthesia but importantly it does not typically feature pain or sensitivity to touch the sensations are usually worse in the evening and are often worst overnight typically when at rest interestingly these feelings are subsided by walking or moving there for patients feel a compulsion to move the legs giving the name restless leg we take this few seconds off to inform you are valued loyal listener about the best health and fitness podcast shows from the Nez pod Studios join us as we give you the best of the best health and wellness updates you can rely on for the treatment of chronic classic functional medicine Back to Basics health tips and special updates from the best doctors in the United States of America check out this health and wellness podcast shows explore Health talk healthy lifestyle matters excellent Health digest healthy and free daily and last but not least weekly health and fitness Corner also check out nasty Boise see the truest story never told Fiction podcast for that real life on the go experience with the 27 year old Golden Boy Who made our guests in like number one list he tells us about his story as it happens in real time and in real life it's nasty boy CC the truest story never told go get a load of join us every week as we continue to provide you the best of health and fitness Wellness updates from around the globe enjoy the show in 80% of cases there are periodic leg moments during sleep which maybe twitching of periodic dorsiflexion of the foot this can last up to five seconds occurring approximately every 22 the second although the name States legs it can also affect the arms depending on severity this can mean A reduced quality of life including poor sleep leading to daytime somnolence which can affect concentration as well as performance in work or school restless leg syndrome is divided into primary and secondary where primary is mostly idiopathic meaning there is no apparent cause it is thought to be familial in many cases and tends to be inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern these patients are more likely to be affected earlier in life even as early as childhood it can demonstrate genetic anticipation which is where the age of onset gets younger through each generation secondary restless leg syndrome is the result of another underlying process examples could be pregnant Ian deficiency and end stage renal disease with 25 to 50 percent of patients on hemodialysis experiencing it it can even be due to some..." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this episode, Alexis Reid and Dr. Gerald Reid are joined by Peter Savos, the CEO of LikeMinds, a brain health company in Boston, MA. Peter shares his lifelong journey that laid the path and foundation to build and lead companies and ultimately seek to address Parkinson's Disease (and others). Peter discusses how his experiences, relationships, and internal growth played a significant role in his development starting in childhood. We are honored for Peter, who is beloved by so many in the office space he shares, to join us and share his stories.PETER G. SAVASCHAIRMAN AND CEOMr. Savas brings over 30 years of experience in executive leadership positions across life sciences. He was CEO of Alseres Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Chairman and CEO of Aderis Pharmaceuticals, developer of the Neupro® transdermal patch marketed worldwide to treat Parkinson's disease and Restless Legs Syndrome and Chairman and CEO of Unisyn, a cGMP contract manufacturer of biologics forclinical trials. Peter also held executive and operating leadership positions with Bristol Myers, Waters, Millipore, Genex and Zymark. With a personal mission for entrepreneurism and pursuing advancement in neurologic science, Peter bridges strategic and operational healthcare experience with broad access to industry, academia, regulatory and capital markets leaders. Peter holds a BS in Chemistry from Syracuse University and is credentialed as a Professional Director by the American College of Corporate Directors.

Learn how sleep impacts a woman's health and hormones. Guest:Aileen Love, MD, pulmonologist and sleep medicine specialist with Lehigh Valley Health Network, discusses sleep issues and tips to improve your sleep with Mike and Steph from B104. Chapters:     · 00:01 - Intro     · 1:31 - How many hours of sleep do you need?     · 2:07 - Do women need more sleep than men?     · 2:51 - Why sleep is essential     · 3:55 - How to improve your sleep     · 5:02 - A good bedtime routine     · 6:18 - Sleep stages and their purpose     · 7:08 - Tart cherry juice      · 7:46 - Snacks before bed?     · 8:49 - Avoid this before bedtime     · 9:28 - Sleep positions      · 10:33 - To nap or not     · 11:48 - Why am I tired during the day and awake at night?     · 12:42 - Sleep issues in women      · 14:04 - Do I need to do a sleep study?      · 15:12 - Why do I struggle with staying asleep?     · 16:44 - Impact of interrupted sleep      · 17:02 - Restless legs syndrome     · 18:17 - Getting your iron levels checked     · 19:09 - Is snoring a concern?     · 19:32 - What is mouth taping?     · 20:10 - Sleep apnea and treatment options     · 20:33 - Can magnesium help with sleep?     · 21:21 - Supplements and sleep     · 21:51 - How hormones affect sleep      · 22:51 - Hormonal birth control and sleep     · 23:17 - How sleep changes throughout your life     · 25:14 - Night sweats     · 26:38 - Poor sleep and your immune system     · 27:01 - Blue-light screens before bed      · 27:53 - How sleep and weight are related     · 28:28 - Pulling an “all-nighter”     · 29:35 - If you're a “night owl”     · 30:12 - The problem with a late bedtime     · 30:54 - Best time to go to bed     · 31:35 - Tips for quality sleepTo schedule a sleep study, visit lvhn.org/sleepstudy or learn about more services offered at Lehigh Valley Health Network at lvhn.org/pulmonology. Remember to subscribe or follow The Healthiest You, wherever you get your podcasts, so you never miss an episode.

Updates to COVID-19 vaccines; FDA panel votse on potential treatment for agitation with Alzheimer dementia; DEA deschedule drug; Migraine treatment indication expanded; A new device is cleared to aid in restless legs syndrome.

This recording features audio versions of April 2023 Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology (JVIR) abstracts:Predicting the Safety and Effectiveness of Inferior Vena Cava Filters (PRESERVE): Outcomes at 12 months ReadLateral Subdermic Venous Plexus Insufficiency: The Association of Varicose Veins with Restless Legs Syndrome and Nocturnal Leg Cramps ReadAdverse Events Associated with Intra-Arterial Administration of Gadolinium-Based Contrast Agents: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis ReadPreoperative Arterial Embolization for Heterotopic Ossification of the Hip Read Multi-institutional Retrospective Study of Percutaneous Cholangioscopy-Assisted Lithotripsy for Inoperable Calculous Cholecystitis ReadPercutaneous Cystic Duct Interventions and Drain Internalization for Calculous Cholecystitis in Patients Ineligible for Surgery Read JVIR and SIR thank all those who helped record this episode:Host and audio editor:Daniel Kim, Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine, VirginiaAbstract readers: Rommell Noche, Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University, ConnecticutSydney Levy, University of Florida College of MedicineShalom Mammen, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, PennsylvaniaPriya Gupta, MBS, Rutgers New Jersey Medical SchoolAnna Hu, George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, D.C.Khaleel Quasem, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine  ©  Society of Interventional RadiologySupport the show

This week, Drs. Daniel Correa and Audrey Nath hear from three podcast listeners as part of a recurring 'Listener Questions' series that delves into the questions that you, our listeners, want to learn more about. In this episode, Drs. Correa and Nath answer questions about neurologic conditions like restless legs syndrome and potential treatment options to relieve symptoms, the connection between traumatic brain injury and dementia, and more.   Do you have a question you would like to be answered by the Brain & Life podcast hosts? Email blpodcast@brainandlife.org or call in and leave a question at 612-928-6206 for a chance to have it included in future episodes.   Additional Resources:  https://www.brainandlife.org/disorders-a-z/disorders/restless-legs-syndrome   https://www.brainandlife.org/disorders-a-z/traumatic-brain-injury/  https://www.brainandlife.org/disorders-a-z/disorders/dementia   https://www.brainandlife.org/disorders-a-z/epilepsy/   https://www.brainandlife.org/articles/how-sleep-protects-the-brain   Social Media:    Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Audrey Nath @AudreyNathMDPhD 

In this episode, Katie speaks to Professor Guy Leschziner about why sleep can be so difficult for women during peri-menopause and menopause. Guy Leschziner is a consultant neurologist and a Professor of Neurology and Sleep Medicine at King's College London. He is a published author with ongoing research interests in sleep disorders, including restless leg syndrome. And he's presented two series on the brain and sleep for BBC Radio. And you may recognise him from The Secrets of Sleep on Channel Four.  In this episode: 4:54 Hormones effect on sleep7:37 Sleep hygiene13:03 Nutrition and exercise14:52 Insomnia20:45 Restless legs syndrome25:18 Treatments for sleeplessness during menopause28:04 Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for insomnia ______ Follow The Latte Lounge: This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge. Download our free perimenopause symptom checker here: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us) Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte YouTube: The Latte Lounge Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Latte Lounge Membership: https://members.lattelounge.co.uk/latte-lounge-membership Menopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause The Midlife Festival: https://www.themidlifefestival.com/  Links from this episode: Find out more about Prof Guy Leschziner at www.guyleschziner.com Thank you to: This series is sponsored by Clarins. It was produced by Emily Crosby Media. Disclaimer: Information contained within this podcast is no substitute for personalised medical advice and should not replace advice from your own doctor. Please note that none of our podcast guests receive payment from our sponsor!

How is Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) diagnosed What other conditions need to be excluded When should you treat RLS and what with When should you refer Host: Dr David Lim | Total Time: 35 mins Guest: Prof Brendon Yee, Respiratory and Sleep Medicine Physician  Register for our fortnightly FREE WEBCASTSEvery second Tuesday | 7:00pm-9:00pm AEDT Click here to register for the next oneSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is good sleep really needed? Well of course! Just like your cell phone, it won't be able to function properly if you don't give time for it to charge. The same goes for your body. Lack of good sleep directly impacts your body and your weight loss journey.  Dr. Raina Gupta, Board Certified Neurologist and Fellowship trained Board Certified Sleep Medicine Specialist, shares with us in this episode the relationship between sleep and obesity. You'll be surprised to know that losing sleep while dieting can actually reduce the amount of weight that you lose. When you don't have good rest, you'll be irritated, agitated, and your appetite will increase.    Passionate about neurology and sleep medicine, Dr. Gupta has helped patients with neurological and sleep disorders. She has educated her patients on the importance of optimizing their sleep and now, she's here to educate us on the same topic.  Lack of good sleep can lead to a lack of a healthy body, so always remember to rest! It is as important as work.  Episode Highlights: Common sleep disorders that occur in obesity Sleep apnea Complications of sleep apnea Treating sleep apnea  Inspire Surgery  Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome Symptoms of OBS  Insomnia Ways for people to sleep better    About Dr. Raina Gupta  Dr. Raina Gupta is a Board Certified Neurologist and Fellowship trained Board Certified Sleep Medicine Specialist located in Chicago, Illinois.  She received her medical degree from the University Of Louisville School Of Medicine, completed her Adult Neurology residency at Rush University Medical Center, and her Sleep Medicine Fellowship at University of Chicago.  Dr. Gupta has served roles as a Medical Director for Sleep Service Line, a Clinical Neurologist, and Sleep Medicine Specialist. As part of her practice Dr. Gupta has an opportunity to provide care for patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Central and Mixed Sleep Apnea, Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome, Insomnia, Narcolepsy, Idiopathic Hypersonia, Restless Legs Syndrome, as well as many other sleep disorders.  She also provides care for patients with Stroke, Seizures, Dementia, Parkinson's disease, Headaches, as well as many other Neurologic conditions. Dr. Gupta has been involved in teaching high school and college students, medical students, internal medicine residents, family practice, and dental residents through lectures, clinical bedside teaching and multiple grand rounds. She has also given talks to primary care physicians, subspecialists, and at community events.  She is a speaker for the American Dental Sleep Medicine Association. She loves to educate her patients on the importance of optimizing our sleep.   Ways to Connect with Dr. Raina Gupta:  Website | www.soundsleephealth.com  LinkedIn | www.linkedin.com/in/raina-gupta-md    Mentioned in the episode: Dr. Raina Gupta is opening a sleep, medicine, and neurology practice in Chicago! She is naming it as Sleepology Health and Wellness. Watch out for it!   Only a few hours till we start the Thrive for Life Challenge! We start at 7pm EST TODAY! You can still sign up here  https://www.thriveforlifechallenge.com/your-breakthrough-awaits

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Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) is a unique and relatively common sleep disorder that quietly affects the sleep of 15% of individuals (by some generous accounts). Despite its initial description dating back to 1672, it still remains somewhat of a mystery--suffered miserably by many but often missed as a sleep diagnosis. In this episode, we will:learn the unusual history of the multiple 'discoveries' of RLSgive an overview of the symptoms of RLS and the varied ways in which they are described and experienceddissect the diagnostic criteria of RLSdifferentiate primary RLS from secondary RLSlist the risk factors for RLS including low iron, pregnancy, and certain medicationsdiscuss the treatments (both medicinal and non) of RLS including weighted blankets

Pramipexole (Mirapex) is a dopamine agonist that can be used in Parkinson's disease and Restless Legs Syndrome. Dopamine agonists like pramipexole can worsen psychiatric symptoms in some patients by causing hallucinations, and obsessive/compulsive symptoms. Nausea, vomiting, hypotension, and fatigue are the most common adverse effects of pramipexole. Pramipexole is primarily eliminated through the urine. I discuss how this matters clinically in greater detail in this podcast episode.

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Ropinirole (Requip) is a dopamine agonist that can be used in Parkinson's disease and Restless Legs Syndrome. Dopamine agonists like ropinirole can worsen psychiatric symptoms in some patients by causing hallucinations, and obsessive/compulsive symptoms. Nausea, vomiting, hypotension, and fatigue are the most common adverse effects of ropinirole. Ropinirole has drug interactions with antipsychotics and CYP1A2 inhibitors. I discuss these in greater detail in this podcast episode.

Restless Leg Syndrome affects millions of people and can become agonizing if not properly dealt with. Here are some simple solutions to relieve the pain and discomfort caused by Restless Leg Syndrome and get yourself on the way to more peaceful and restful sleep. This episode was extracted from Dr. Livingood's YouTube channel. Click here to subscribe: https://bit.ly/3xUx8kl Or, click here to view the original video and any links referenced in this podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XxwWF-MoMPA&t=2s

Have you ever considered what effect lack of sleep can have on things other than your mood? Did you know that…Sleep acts like a filter system for your memory?Sleeps helps you forget unnecessary information to make room for important information?children only grow in the first few hours of sleep?Your ability to gain more muscle is effected by the quality of your sleep?This week we speak to Dr Oliver Bernath, the ultimate sleep specialist!We have been aware of the importance of sleep for years, making sure that we go to bed and get up at the same time everyday (or as often as we can!) However, when we met Dr Oliver at a conference in London last month, we were blown away by his knowledge and how little we really knew!Dr Bernath specialities cover: Sleep Disordered Breathing (Snoring, Sleep Apnoea) Insomnia, Sleep Rhythm disorders Parasomnias (e.g. Nightmares, Sleepwalking, REM-Sleep Behaviour Disorder), Restless Legs Syndrome and Periodic Limb Movements in Sleep, Narcolepsy and Central Hypersomnias, Sleep Optimisation and Performance.fter completing his Medical Doctorate thesis in muscle electrophysiology, Dr Bernath trained as a neurologist at the University of Chicago and completed fellowships at the University of California San Francisco in clinical neurophysiology. He trained in Sleep Medicine in Chicago with Prof Rechtschaffen and then at the world's first Sleep Disorders Clinic at Stanford University with Prof Dement and Prof Guilleminault. He led the Northern California Sleep Disorders Center at Kaiser Permanente in San Francisco and now sees patients at the NHS Sleep Clinic in London.During this chat, we touch on how complex sleep quality really is, how we are not all the same and how to apply certain techniques in order to ensure you are getting the right sleep for yourself!We hope you enjoy this and sleep well tonight!Lots of love,Dave & Steve xProduced by Sean Cahill and Sara Fawsitt See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is an unusual condition of the nervous system characterised by the compelling need to move the legs. It is usually worse in the evening and can be a problem when trying to sleep. About the causes, symptoms and treatments of the RLS, Aleksandar Zivkovic spoke with the Dr Velibor Todorovic from Sydney. - Шта је синдром немирних ногу, како га препознати и лечити - сазнајте више у разговору Александра Живковића са др Велибором Тодоровићем.

Do you have the urge to move your legs, typically in the evening before bed? Dr. Chris Jones, a neurologist and expert on sleep and movement disorders, says the cause of restless legs syndrome remains a mystery. It is difficult to treat the neurological condition and can easily be made worse if not treated well. Dr. Jones talks about this unusual condition, why it occurs, and how it can be treated.

Ben Wipper is a current medical student at Harvard Medical School. He graduated from Williams College in 2019, and over the past two years has been a part of the Sleep Disorders Clinical Research Program at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. Ben has co-authored numerous peer-reviewed research articles relating to restless legs syndrome and other sleep disorders. Link to the study the interview was about: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1389945722000120?via%3Dihub Sleep Disorder Clinical Research Program:https://www.massgeneral.org/psychiatry/research/sleep-disorders-clinical-research-program For more great coverage from Sleep Review, subscribe to our newsletter:https://info.medqor.com/srsubform

Ben Wipper is a current medical student at Harvard Medical School. He graduated from Williams College in 2019, and over the past two years has been a part of the Sleep Disorders Clinical Research Program at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. Ben has co-authored numerous peer-reviewed research articles relating to restless legs syndrome and other sleep disorders. Link to the study the interview was about: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1389945722000120?via%3Dihub Sleep Disorder Clinical Research Program:https://www.massgeneral.org/psychiatry/research/sleep-disorders-clinical-research-program For more great coverage from Sleep Review, subscribe to our newsletter:https://info.medqor.com/srsubform

In this episode, Samantha Catanzano, PharmD, BCPP, and Andrew Friedman, MD, host a discussion of 2 patients who are receiving opioid therapy. The first case details a patient with restless legs syndrome who was prescribed tramadol by his previous provider; he now presents with complaints of constipation and headache. Dr Catanzano provides valuable insights on how to approach a taper for this patient and trial a more appropriate medication. The second case details a patient with “failed back surgery syndrome” and continuous low back pain that is managed poorly with hydromorphone; he now presents with feelings of fatigue, aches, and depression. Dr Friedman takes us through how he evaluated this patient to determine the best course of action and optimize pain management and overall health.  Presenters:  Samantha Catanzano, PharmD, BCPPClinical Assistant ProfessorDivision of Pharmacy PracticeThe University of Texas at Austin College of PharmacyBoard-Certified Psychiatric PharmacistIntegrated Behavioral Health DepartmentAustin, TexasAndrew Friedman, MDMedical Director, Physical Medicine and RehabilitationVirginia Mason Franciscan HealthDirector, Spine Clinic and ServicesVirginia Mason Health CenterClinical Associate ProfessorUniversity of WashingtonSeattle, WashingtonThis activity is supported by an independent educational grant from the Opioid Analgesic REMS Program Companies. Please seehttps://bit.ly/3mgrfb9for a listing of REMS Program Companies. This activity is intended to be fully compliant with the Opioid Analgesic REMS education requirements issued by the FDA.Provided by Clinical Care Options, LLC, and in partnership with the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Practicing Clinicians Exchange, and ProCE.Link to full program:https://bit.ly/3mcDHsi

Dr. Rana is a practicing Neurologist in Toronto for more than 15 years, and he specializes in Parkinson's disease and Movement Disorders. He has authored several books and published many articles in the field of Neurology, Parkinson's, and Movement disorders. He completed his FRCPC through the Royal College of Physicians of Canada. Rana is also the leader of the Centrist Party of Canada. Rana is the founder of the World Parkinson's Program, a Canadian charitable organization that provides free medications to patients with Parkinson's disease globally who can't afford to buy medications. He is also the founder and former editor-in-chief of the Research and Reviews in Parkinsonism, published by Dove Press. Rana has been an invited speaker in many international seminars and conferences on Parkinson's disease. As a result, people with Parkinson's frequently consult with Dr. Rana from all over the world. Rana has been honored with several awards including the Wayne Hening Award for his work in the field of Parkinson's disease and Restless Legs Syndrome. He is listed in ‘Who is Who in the World' and in the Leading Physicians of the World. He has authored a series of educational brochures about Parkinson's disease that have been translated in more than 20 languages and are used in more than 50 countries around the world. *************************************************** Follow the Cross Border Interview Podcast: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crossborderpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CrossBorderPod Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/CrossBorderInterviews Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI2i25ZVKTO84oUsLyO4jig Website: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/ Back the Show: https://www.patreon.com/CrossBoderInterviewPodcast The Cross Border Interview Podcast was Produced and Edited by Miranda, Brown & Associates Inc. © 2022

Sleep trackers and tracking technology are among the many obsessive interests of one Jesse Cook, PhD student and perhaps Twitter's most prolific sleep nerd. He's written a ton of papers about trackers and sleep tech. He geeks out with Neil this week on wearables, "nearables" and where the gear is heading. The two also cover Restless Legs Syndrome, and how trackers can serve as beacons for RLS.

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Multiple Sclerosis News Today's multimedia associate, Price Wooldridge, discusses a news article about experiencing serious infections during adolescence and how this can be tied to an increased risk of developing multiple sclerosis later in life. Price also reads “When Restless Legs Syndrome Won't Leave You Alone”, a column by Jennifer Powell. =================================== Treatment for Relapsing MS Progression | MAYZENT® (siponimod) Read about MAYZENT, a once daily pill that can significantly slow down disability progression in people with relapsing MS. See full prescribing & safety info. https://www.mayzent.com/?utm_source=changeinrms&utm_medium=vanityurl&utm_campaign=novartis_mayzent_2020&utm_content=soundcloud ===================================== Are you interested in learning more about multiple sclerosis? If so, please visit: https://multiplesclerosisnewstoday.com/ ===================================== To join in on conversations regarding multiple sclerosis, please visit: https://multiplesclerosisnewstoday.com/forums/

Dr. Cacho is a board certified internal medicine and sleep medicine physician.  She is passionate about inspiring her patients to obtain optimal sleep health and wellness through integrative, holistic and lifestyle medicine approaches. Dr. Cacho attended medical school at Loma Linda University in Southern California, trained in internal medicine at Huntington Memorial Hospital in Pasadena and completed a sleep fellowship at the Cedar Sinai Medical program based in Los Angeles. She completed an additional fellowship in integrative medicine founded by Dr. Andrew Weil at the University of Arizona.  Dr. Cacho co-edited a book entitled, Integrative Sleep Medicine, that is part of the Weil Integrative Medicine Series.   What are the typical symptoms of peri menopause?   What is actually happening with hormones during this phase?   Where is going on with hormones at peri menopause?    What can you do for Restless Legs Syndrome, hot flashes, and anxiety?   What is a holistic approach to helping a peri menopausal woman sleep well again?   For more on Valerie Cacho, you can follow her:   Website:  www.sleeplifemed.com    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sleephoria.health   Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/sleephoria.health/  Linked In:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/valeriecacho/     Related Episodes:   062 - Guided Sleep Meditation-Sacred Feminine    014 - Hormone Deficiency & Bio-identical Hormones    004 - Women's Hormones and Sleep with Jessica Drummond    -For more on Deepa:   Deepa is a Yoga therapist for over two decades and a Functional Nutritionist for five. She brings together her experience in therapeutic & transformational yoga and deep learning in nutrition based on the principles of functional medicine to her practice Phytothrive. The focus has been on merging together the deep science of the functional world with the deep symbolism of ancient wisdom. She has a masterful understanding of the human anatomy with cohesive understanding of physiology to offer what can be classified as true bio-individual mind, body & spirit nutrition. Having a son with a rare adrenal condition gave her a deep insight into the working of the adrenals and the stress response, as it relates to all health and sleep.    Her articles have been shared by Dr Mark Hyman, MD, a 13 times NY Times Bestselling Author twice. She also gave the opening speech on Health Hacks at Amazon Web Services & YourStory HeathTech 2019 to heads of healthcare start-ups in India. Deepa has twenty years of experience in wellness, where she has focus on sleep nutrition, women's health, detoxification, skin health and adrenal function. She is in the YourStory100 Digital Influencers Of 2020. Her book on sleep was acquired by HarperCollins and will release in early 2022.    Weekly Newsletter:

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Featuring Dr. Philip Sloane, Dr. Mallory Brown This podcast will spotlight articles from the July, 2021 issue of JAMDA - the Journal of the Society for Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine. Dr. Sloane is a family physician and geriatrician with a master's degree in public health. He is the Elizabeth and Oscar Goodwin distinguished professor of Family Medicine and Geriatrics at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and Co-director for the program on aging, disability, and long-term care, at the Cecil G Sheps Center for Health Services Research   Dr. Brown is also a family physician and geriatrician at University of North Carolina, where she is an associate professor of family medicine and director of the residency training program.   References: Richards, K., PhD, RN; et. al., "Nighttime Agitation in Persons with Dementia as a Manifestation of Restless Legs Syndrome", JAMDA, July/2021. den Brok, M., MD.; et. al., "Antihypertensive Medication Classes and the Risk of Dementia: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis", JAMDA, July/2021. Kang, B., PhD., et. al., "Rejection of Care and Aggression among Older Veterans with Dementia: The Influence of Background Factors and Interpersonal Triggers", JAMDA, July/2021. Jia, F., PhD; et. al., "Subjective Cognitive Decline, Cognitive Reserve Indicators, and the Incidence of Dementia", JAMDA, July/2021. Recorded: July 28, 2021 Available Credit: 0.25 CMD-Clinical

Millions of Americans suffer from restless legs syndrome, an issue that can negatively pack sleep, energy and more. The good news is that there are nutrients that can help. Take advantage of an exclusive podcast offer today by visiting www.invitehealth.com/podcast or by clicking here. For more information on the products or studies mentioned in this episode, click here. 

Multiple Sclerosis News Today's columnist, Jenn Powell, discusses how restless leg syndrome is more common in those with higher disability and spinal lesions. Multiple Sclerosis News Today's columnist, Jessie Ace, discusses what hypnotherapy actually is and some of the myths around it that aren't true. ===================================== Treatment for Relapsing MS Progression | MAYZENT® (siponimod) Read about MAYZENT, a once daily pill that can significantly slow down disability progression in people with relapsing MS. See full prescribing & safety info. https://www.mayzent.com/?utm_source=changeinrms&utm_medium=vanityurl&utm_campaign=novartis_mayzent_2020&utm_content=soundcloud ===================================== Are you interested in learning more about multiple sclerosis? If so, please visit: https://multiplesclerosisnewstoday.com/ ===================================== To join in on conversations regarding multiple sclerosis, please visit: https://multiplesclerosisnewstoday.com/forums/

A client comes back to the massage table after a long pandemic-related break. Her therapist notices something new: as the client relaxed, her legs began to twitch and jump, and she felt “tingling” on the top of her foot. What is going on, and can massage therapy help?   Sponsors:          Anatomy Trains: www.anatomytrains.com          Books of Discovery: https://booksofdiscovery.com                 Author Bio:            Ruth Werner is a former massage therapist, a writer, and an NCBTMB-approved continuing education provider. She wrote A Massage Therapist's Guide to Pathology, now in its seventh edition, which is used in massage schools worldwide. Werner is also a long-time Massage & Bodywork columnist, most notably of the Pathology Perspectives column. Werner is also ABMP's partner on Pocket Pathology, a web-based app and quick reference program that puts key information for nearly 200 common pathologies at your fingertips. Werner's books are available at www.booksofdiscovery.com. And more information about her is available at www.ruthwerner.com.                     Recent Article by Ruth:           “Critical Thinking,” Massage & Bodywork magazine, May/June 2021, page 54,             Check out ABMP's Pocket Pathology:           www.abmp.com/abmp-pocket-pathology-app            Resources:   Garcia-Borreguero, D. et al. “Epidemiology of Restless Legs Syndrome: The Current Status.” Sleep Medicine Reviews 10, no. 3: 153–67.    Guay, A. et al. “Current Evidence on Diagnostic Criteria, Relevant Outcome Measures, and Efficacy of Nonpharmacologic Therapy in the Management of Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS): A Scoping Review.” Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics 43, no. 9: 930–41.   Hashemi, S. H., Hajbagheri, A. and Aghajani, M. “The Effect of Massage with Lavender Oil on Restless Leg Syndrome in Hemodialysis Patients: A Randomized Controlled Trial.” Nursing and Midwifery Studies 4, no. 4.    Hu, Shasha et al. “Effectiveness and Safety of Massage in the Treatment of Restless Legs Syndrome.” Medicine 99, no. 48.     Kambampati, S. et al. “Restless Leg Syndrome in the Setting of Patients With End-Stage Renal Disease on Hemodialysis: A Literature Review.” Cureus 12, no. 8.    Nasiri, M. et al. “Short-Term Effects of Massage with Olive Oil on the Severity of Uremic Restless Legs Syndrome: A Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Rria.” Complementary Therapies in Medicine 44: 261–68.    National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. “Restless Legs Syndrome Fact Sheet.” Last modified March 17, 2020.    Anatomy Trains is a global leader in online anatomy education and also provides in-classroom certification programs for structural integration in the US, Canada, Australia, Europe, Japan, and China, as well as fresh-tissue cadaver dissection labs and weekend courses. The work of Anatomy Trains originated with founder Tom Myers, who mapped the human body into 13 myofascial meridians in his original book, currently in its fourth edition and translated into 12 languages. The principles of Anatomy Trains are used by osteopaths, physical therapists, bodyworkers, massage therapists, personal trainers, yoga, Pilates, Gyrotonics, and other body-minded manual therapists and movement professionals. Anatomy Trains inspires these practitioners to work with holistic anatomy in treating system-wide patterns to provide improved client outcomes in terms of structure and function.             Website: anatomytrains.com              Email: info@anatomytrains.com              Facebook: facebook.com/AnatomyTrains              Instagram: instagram.com/anatomytrainsofficial             YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UC2g6TOEFrX4b-CigknssKHA                 

In episode 475, Mike and James invite Tina to talk about treatments for restless legs syndrome. in particular pramipexole. We find that pramipexole improves symptoms in ~20% of people over and above placebo and that low doses are just as good as higher doses. Who knew?

Dr. Christopher Earley, professor of Neurology at Johns Hopkins University, shares his Sleep Science research with hosts Bill Curtis and Dr. Steven Taback, discussing popular sleep issues (or lack thereof) including Restless Legs Syndrome, Sleep Apnea, Sleep Hygiene, and overall factors that affect the quality of your sleep. In this dedicated series, we're showcasing the medical breakthroughs and innovations from one of the world's most preeminent hospitals: Johns Hopkins Medicine. Johns Hopkins Medicine is dedicated to improving the health of the community and the world by setting the standard of excellence in medical education, research, and clinical care. Episode Timestamps: 1:50 What are the phases of sleep? 2:43 Does sleep quality decrease the older we get? 3:07 How can we hurt or help the quality of sleep we get? 5:43 How can we adjust our natural sleep timing? 6:45 What does melatonin do? 7:51 Should most people be using sleep-aids? 8:27 What is sleep hygiene? 10:03 What are the longterm health ramifications to fragmented sleep? 11:06 Can you get better quality sleep with sleeping pills? 12:30 Can the quality of sleep be psychologically effected? 13:10 What is the difference between snoring and sleep apnea? 15:05 What are the ramifications of snoring? 16:05 How destructive is sleep apnea? 17:17 Does the position you are sleeping in have an affect on your sleep quality? 19:20 What is narcolepsy? 21:05 What is Restless Leg Syndrome? 22:10 Who gets RLS and what can they do about it? 24:25 How does alcohol affect our sleep and RLS? 26:11 What are RLS treatments? 29:50 What are foot/leg cramps and how can we avoid them?   ----------------- Learn More: Medicine, We’re Still Practicing Follow Us: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram Hosted by: Dr. Steven Taback & Bill Curtis Produced and Edited by: AJ Moseley Sound Engineering by: Steve Reickeberg Theme Music by: Celleste and Eric Dick A CurtCo Media Production     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Next up in the Better Sleep for Couples series: Help for Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS), a common neurological disorder affecting up to 14% of the population and often, their bed partner. My guest is RLS expert William Ondo, MD, director of Movement Disorders at Methodist Neurological Institute in Houston, Texas and RLS Foundation Scientific and Medical Advisory Board Member. His 2017 study titled “Restless Legs Syndrome 'Patient Odyssey' survey of disease burden on patient and spouses/partners” was published in the journal Sleep Medicine. Study link: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1389945717315903?via%3Dihub RLS Foundation: https://www.rls.org/ Methodist Neurological Institute: https://www.houstonmethodist.org/neurology/locations/texas-medical-center/ Show notes: www.sleepwellstaywell.com Follow me: instagram.com/bymaliajacobson

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Har du oplevet et underligt ubehag i benene nogle gange fulgt af små spjæt, der gør det svært at falde i søvn og sove? Så er du måske en af de op mod 600.000 danskere, der lider af Restless Legs Syndrome. Sygdommen blev i mange år ignoreret og behandlingen var ofte "gå en tur". Men nu tages den alvorligt - og behandles succesfuldt med medicin, der stort set ikke har bivirkninger. Mange er dog stadig ikke klar over, at de lider af en sygdom, som ødelægger deres nattesøvn. Men hvad er det her RLS så, hvorfor sker det for så mange - og hvordan behandler man det? Medvirkende: Poul Jennum, professor ved Rigshospitalet og leder af Dansk Center for Søvnmedicin. Merete Karlsborg, neurolog ved Bispebjerg Hospital. Vært: Maja Thiele, læge og forsker. Producer: Søren Bjørn-Hansen.

Restless Legs Sydrome is commonly known as a sleep disorder, but it is characterized as a neurological sensory disorder. A look at the symptoms, causes and treatments for Restless Legs Syndrome. Also, four non-arthritic conditions that can cause leg pain while walking.

#164 Dr. Leonard Weinstock is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology. He has a clinical teaching appointment as an Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine and Surgery at the Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Weinstock’s lectures and research have been presented at national and international conferences on diseases of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and colon.  He is actively researching the connection of the gut and small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) with several medical problems including restless legs syndrome and chronic pelvic pain syndromes. He presented several lectures at the first SIBO symposium and in France at the international rosacea study group. Dr. Weinstock’s clinical practice emphasizes colon cancer screening, therapeutic videoendoscopy, motility disorders, management for irritable bowel syndrome, and comprehensive management of inflammatory bowel disease. His experience in treating IBS patients who have SIBO dates back to 2000. He has expertise in the use of low dose naltrexone (LDN) which is one of the few modalities that promotes the reduction of inflammation by increasing endorphins. In this episode we cover What rosacea is and what is its relationship to gut health Restless legs syndrome (RLS) - why we might see this in those experiencing SIBO The link between Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, RLS and gastrointestinal disorders such as SIBO  The link between Interstitial cystitis (otherwise known as painful bladder syndrome), IBS and SIBO How visceral manual physical therapy for adhesions can be useful as part of SIBO treatment and prevention Low dose naltrexone as a prokinetic to help prevent SIBO relapse and why Dr Weinstock values it so much in clinical practice Show Notes Dr Leonard Weinstock

Op het gebied van farmacotherapie bij restless legs syndrome (RLS) en periodic limb movement disorder (PLMD) valt er veel nieuws te leren, ontdekken Daan en Nancy tijdens het lezen van het nascholingsartikel in de nieuwe editie van tijdschrift PiL. Ze bespreken de nieuwste behandelmogelijkheden en gaan o.a. in gesprek met Marjan Beijer, bestuurslid van de Stichting Restless Legs en zelf RLS-patiënte. Verder in deze aflevering: bezorging. Afspraken over het bezorgen van medicatie zijn vaak duidelijk, maar de praktijk blijkt weerbarstig.www.stichting-restless-legs.nl

Thank you for listening to episode 10 entitled "Restless Legs Syndrome" which is about when you want to move but God says not yet. Some of the material talked about today was pulled from GotQuestions.org. Show Notes Psalms 6:6 4 Things That Can Cause Restlessness of your Mind: Worry or Anxiety (Matthew 6:25-34; 1 Samuel 13:6-14) Discontentment (Philippians 4:11-13) Inactivity (Matthew 28:18-20; 2 Corinthians 5:20) A Gentle Voice (1 Kings 19:10-13; Galatians 5:16, 25) Whew! That was a lot, but thank you for sticking through it and listening! I hope you received some encouragement from this episode, and as always, Be Blessed! Instagram: rae.michelle0098

Eric has an extensive sports medicine background, has worked closely with physicians from the Steadman-Hawkins Clinic in Denver, and has treated athletes from youth, to Olympic, and professional levels. He is a published author and was a key-note speaker at the International Mulligan Conference in 2009. Other clinical interests include treatments for Restless Legs Syndrome and utilizing the Motion Guidance system to improve visual feedback in rehabilitation. www.neurologicwellnessinstitute.com

Ever been lying in bed, trying to sleep, and you just get the urge to move your legs? Or the feeling that if you don't, you're going to jump out of your skin? Meet a man who's devoted an entire career to Restless Legs Syndrome and Periodic Limb Movement - Dr. Richard Allen just received the Outstanding Scientific Achievement Award from the Sleep Research Society, and we get into the weeds about what causes RLS in the first place, and what we can do about it.

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To Your Health With Dr. Jim Morrow: Episode 27: The Importance of Sleep On this edition of “To Your Health with Dr. Jim Morrow,” Dr. Morrow discusses the importance of sleep, common sleep disorders, and ways to get better sleep. “To Your Health is brought to you by Morrow Family Medicine, which brings the CARE […] The post To Your Health With Dr. Jim Morrow: Episode 27, The Importance of Sleep appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

RLS treatment is safe and effective with acupuncture.

Anyone who’s ever experienced restless legs knows how frustrating it is to feel the uncontrollable urge to move your legs when you lie down at night. Sleep specialist Carlos Rodriguez, MD, talks through what experts know about this odd condition, including why some people get it, what aggravates it and what you can do about it.

#118 Dr. Leonard Weinstock is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology. He has a clinical teaching appointment as an Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine and Surgery at the Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Weinstock’s lectures and research have been presented at national and international conferences on diseases of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and colon.  He is actively researching the connection of the gut and small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) with several medical problems including restless legs syndrome and chronic pelvic pain syndromes. He presented several lectures at the first SIBO symposium and in France at the international rosacea study group. Dr. Weinstock’s clinical practice emphasizes colon cancer screening, therapeutic videoendoscopy, motility disorders, management for irritable bowel syndrome, and comprehensive management of inflammatory bowel disease. His experience in treating IBS patients who have SIBO dates back to 2000. He has expertise in the use of low dose naltrexone (LDN) which is one of the few modalities that promotes the reduction of inflammation by increasing endorphins. In this episode we cover What rosacea is and what is its relationship to gut health Restless legs syndrome (RLS) - why we might see this in those experiencing SIBO The link between Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, RLS and gastrointestinal disorders such as SIBO  The link between Interstitial cystitis (otherwise known as painful bladder syndrome), IBS and SIBO How visceral manual physical therapy for adhesions can be useful as part of SIBO treatment and prevention Low dose naltrexone as a prokinetic to help prevent SIBO relapse and why Dr Weinstock values it so much in clinical practice Show Notes Dr Leonard Weinstock Microba.com - Leaders in the analysis of the gut microbiome.

Legs bothering you? Well join the The White Noise Podcast as we pick the brain of Dr. Andy Berkowski, clinical associate professor and restless leg expert at the University of Michigan. Learn all about the diagnosis and management of restless legs syndrome. There is also a guest appearance by hepcidin, the bouncer at Club Ferritin. CME credit link will be here when available Show Notes – Season 1, Episode 4 – Restless legs syndrome Time stamps 0:30 – Introduction 2:30 – Interview starts 7:40 – Picks of the month 12:50 – Case 13:50 – Initial thoughts on case 14:00 – Diagnosis of restless legs syndrome 16:50 – Diagnostic criteria for restless legs syndrome 17:40 – Difficulties in diagnosis 22:20 – Key questions to ask in taking history 24:00 – Periodic limbs vs restless legs syndrome 28:30 – Pathogenesis of restless legs syndrome 31:00 – History of Willis-Ekbom disease 35:50 – Case 36:40 – Medications for restless legs syndrome 38:30 – Dopamine agonists 43:30 – Alpha-2-delta-ligands 45:00 – Iron therapy 50:10 – PO vs IV iron supplementation 58:45 – IV iron formulations 1:00:30 – Narcotics 1:05:03 – Augmentation 1:09:00 – Non pharmacologic therapies 1:11:10 – Medications that worsen restless leg syndrome 1:16:00 – Screening for restless legs syndrome 1:18:00 – Follow-up of restless legs syndrome patients 1:18:50 – Sleep apnea and restless legs syndrome 1:20:10 – Take home points 1:22:00 – Interview end Definitions Augmentation: The process by which the symptoms of restless legs syndrome occur earlier in the day, become more severe, are less responsive to treatment, and spread to other parts of the body (e.g. arms and trunk), usually due to treatment with escalating doses of dopaminergic medications. Restless legs syndrome: A condition characterized by an urge to move one's legs (often accompanied by unpleasant sensations in the legs) that is most prominent at rest, partially or totally relieved by movement, and classically worse in the evening. The symptoms must not be better explained by another condition such as peripheral neuropathy. Periodic limb movements of sleep: Periodic, repetitive, stereotyped limb movements that occur during sleep. American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) scoring criteria require a minimum of 4 limb movements in series with 5-90 seconds between movements. Periodic limb movements of sleep are seen in the majority of patients with restless legs syndrome who undergo polysomnography. Periodic limb movement disorder: A disorder characterized by more than 15 periodic limb movements per hour of sleep in adults (greater than 5 in children) that cause a significant sleep disturbance and/or functional impairment not better explained by a different disease entity. Akathisia: An inner sense of restlessness and desire to move that is often caused by dopamine antagonist medications, is usually generalized (not limited to the legs), and is unlikely to be totally relieved by movement. Clinical Pearls Restless legs is a clinical diagnosisThe hallmark of the disease is a SENSATION of the need to move. There must be a circadian component to make a diagnosis. Augmentation will almost inevitably occur

Legs bothering you? Well join the The White Noise Podcast as we pick the brain of Dr. Andy Berkowski, clinical associate professor and restless leg expert at the University of Michigan. Learn all about the diagnosis and management of restless legs syndrome. There is also a guest appearance by hepcidin, the bouncer at Club Ferritin. CME credit link will be here when available Show Notes – Season 1, Episode 4 – Restless legs syndrome Time stamps 0:30 – Introduction 2:30 – Interview starts 7:40 – Picks of the month 12:50 – Case 13:50 – Initial thoughts on case 14:00 – Diagnosis of restless legs syndrome 16:50 – Diagnostic criteria for restless legs syndrome 17:40 – Difficulties in diagnosis 22:20 – Key questions to ask in taking history 24:00 – Periodic limbs vs restless legs syndrome 28:30 – Pathogenesis of restless legs syndrome 31:00 – History of Willis-Ekbom disease 35:50 – Case 36:40 – Medications for restless legs syndrome 38:30 – Dopamine agonists 43:30 – Alpha-2-delta-ligands 45:00 – Iron therapy 50:10 – PO vs IV iron supplementation 58:45 – IV iron formulations 1:00:30 – Narcotics 1:05:03 – Augmentation 1:09:00 – Non pharmacologic therapies 1:11:10 – Medications that worsen restless leg syndrome 1:16:00 – Screening for restless legs syndrome 1:18:00 – Follow-up of restless legs syndrome patients 1:18:50 – Sleep apnea and restless legs syndrome 1:20:10 – Take home points 1:22:00 – Interview end Definitions Augmentation: The process by which the symptoms of restless legs syndrome occur earlier in the day, become more severe, are less responsive to treatment, and spread to other parts of the body (e.g. arms and trunk), usually due to treatment with escalating doses of dopaminergic medications. Restless legs syndrome: A condition characterized by an urge to move one's legs (often accompanied by unpleasant sensations in the legs) that is most prominent at rest, partially or totally relieved by movement, and classically worse in the evening. The symptoms must not be better explained by another condition such as peripheral neuropathy. Periodic limb movements of sleep: Periodic, repetitive, stereotyped limb movements that occur during sleep. American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) scoring criteria require a minimum of 4 limb movements in series with 5-90 seconds between movements. Periodic limb movements of sleep are seen in the majority of patients with restless legs syndrome who undergo polysomnography. Periodic limb movement disorder: A disorder characterized by more than 15 periodic limb movements per hour of sleep in adults (greater than 5 in children) that cause a significant sleep disturbance and/or functional impairment not better explained by a different disease entity. Akathisia: An inner sense of restlessness and desire to move that is often caused by dopamine antagonist medications, is usually generalized (not limited to the legs), and is unlikely to be totally relieved by movement. Clinical Pearls Restless legs is a clinical diagnosisThe hallmark of the disease is a SENSATION of the need to move. There must be a circadian component to make a diagnosis. Augmentation will almost inevitably occur

In this podcast, Rachel Marie E. Salas, MD, leads an interprofessional discussion with Charlene Gamaldo, MD, and Sharon Park, PharmD, about the obstacles the opioid crisis has presented in the treatment of restless legs syndrome and how clinicians can curtail those obstacles moving forward. For more, click here: https://www.consultant360.com/neurology.

Restless legs syndrome (RLS) that is unresponsive to traditional therapies or in which the patients can't tolerate traditional therapies—can be frustrating for clinicians and patients alike. Opioids can be a viable therapy for these patients—and a paper published in the January 2018 issue of Mayo Clinic Proceedings aims to illuminate this treatment pathway.

The journal Neurology published a paper called “Prospective Study of Restless Legs Syndrome and Total and Cardiovascular Mortality Among Women.” This study proves to me that your leg cramps are telling you that your magnesium deficiency is serious and needs to be remedied.  Why? Because I’ve seen countless people eliminate their symptoms of leg cramps / Restless Leg Syndrome when they take ReMag and when people have magnesium deficiency they are at risk for CV disease. The highest amounts of magnesium in the body are in the heart so if there is magnesium deficiency, the heart is at risk. The association between restless legs and CV disease places the blame on magnesium deficiency as the shared cause. RLS is said to be a sleep and a neurological sensory disorder, which tells me nothing about its cause. In fact, medicine has no idea what causes RLS or how to treat it. This latest study just makes people with RLS more anxious because they have been told there is no cure for RLS and now they are told it increases their risk of heart disease. RLS symptoms occur at rest, lying, or sitting and include creeping, crawling, tingling, pulling, twitching, tearing, aching, throbbing, prickling, or grabbing sensations in the calves. The result is an uncontrollable urge to relieve the uncomfortable sensation by moving the legs. Some research shows that people with RLS may suffer from iron deficiency. However, Professor Nordlander who came up with this theory admits that only about 15% of the RLS clinical population appears to have peripheral iron deficiency (serum ferritin < 50 mcg/l). Yet, 20-50mcg/l is said to be the optimal level for ferritin and indicates you don’t have iron overload and taking iron could increase iron toxicity in the body. Professor Nordlander won’t drop his theory and says there can exist an iron deficiency in the tissues in spite of normal serum iron. At his insistence, researchers are investigating low iron levels in the brain! Unfortunately, you can cause more problems by taking unnecessary iron. People do have to be careful of self-medicating with iron. Investigators are also looking at dopamine because drugs that stimulate dopamine production may help the symptoms of RLS. And, of course, they are investigating the role genes play in RLS. Nowhere in mainstream literature do I see magnesium being studied in the diagnosis and treatment of RLS. Yet, every day we hear stories of people who take ReMag and say their RLS symptoms disappear – which means they were suffering from magnesium deficiency. It just makes sense to investigate magnesium deficiency as a cause of RLS before taking iron or dopamine drugs or just giving up and blaming your genes.

The journal Neurology published a paper called “Prospective Study of Restless Legs Syndrome and Total and Cardiovascular Mortality Among Women.” This study proves to me that your leg cramps are telling you that your magnesium deficiency is serious and needs to be remedied.  Why? Because I’ve seen countless people eliminate their symptoms of leg cramps / Restless Leg Syndrome when they take ReMag and when people have magnesium deficiency they are at risk for CV disease. The highest amounts of magnesium in the body are in the heart so if there is magnesium deficiency, the heart is at risk. The association between restless legs and CV disease places the blame on magnesium deficiency as the shared cause. RLS is said to be a sleep and a neurological sensory disorder, which tells me nothing about its cause. In fact, medicine has no idea what causes RLS or how to treat it. This latest study just makes people with RLS more anxious because they have been told there is no cure for RLS and now they are told it increases their risk of heart disease. RLS symptoms occur at rest, lying, or sitting and include creeping, crawling, tingling, pulling, twitching, tearing, aching, throbbing, prickling, or grabbing sensations in the calves. The result is an uncontrollable urge to relieve the uncomfortable sensation by moving the legs. Some research shows that people with RLS may suffer from iron deficiency. However, Professor Nordlander who came up with this theory admits that only about 15% of the RLS clinical population appears to have peripheral iron deficiency (serum ferritin < 50 mcg/l). Yet, 20-50mcg/l is said to be the optimal level for ferritin and indicates you don’t have iron overload and taking iron could increase iron toxicity in the body. Professor Nordlander won’t drop his theory and says there can exist an iron deficiency in the tissues in spite of normal serum iron. At his insistence, researchers are investigating low iron levels in the brain! Unfortunately, you can cause more problems by taking unnecessary iron. People do have to be careful of self-medicating with iron. Investigators are also looking at dopamine because drugs that stimulate dopamine production may help the symptoms of RLS. And, of course, they are investigating the role genes play in RLS. Nowhere in mainstream literature do I see magnesium being studied in the diagnosis and treatment of RLS. Yet, every day we hear stories of people who take ReMag and say their RLS symptoms disappear – which means they were suffering from magnesium deficiency. It just makes sense to investigate magnesium deficiency as a cause of RLS before taking iron or dopamine drugs or just giving up and blaming your genes.

The journal Neurology published a paper called “Prospective Study of Restless Legs Syndrome and Total and Cardiovascular Mortality Among Women.” This study proves to me that your leg cramps are telling you that your magnesium deficiency is serious and needs to be remedied.  Why? Because I’ve seen countless people eliminate their symptoms of leg cramps / Restless Leg Syndrome when they take ReMag and when people have magnesium deficiency they are at risk for CV disease. The highest amounts of magnesium in the body are in the heart so if there is magnesium deficiency, the heart is at risk. The association between restless legs and CV disease places the blame on magnesium deficiency as the shared cause. RLS is said to be a sleep and a neurological sensory disorder, which tells me nothing about its cause. In fact, medicine has no idea what causes RLS or how to treat it. This latest study just makes people with RLS more anxious because they have been told there is no cure for RLS and now they are told it increases their risk of heart disease. RLS symptoms occur at rest, lying, or sitting and include creeping, crawling, tingling, pulling, twitching, tearing, aching, throbbing, prickling, or grabbing sensations in the calves. The result is an uncontrollable urge to relieve the uncomfortable sensation by moving the legs. Some research shows that people with RLS may suffer from iron deficiency. However, Professor Nordlander who came up with this theory admits that only about 15% of the RLS clinical population appears to have peripheral iron deficiency (serum ferritin < 50 mcg/l). Yet, 20-50mcg/l is said to be the optimal level for ferritin and indicates you don’t have iron overload and taking iron could increase iron toxicity in the body. Professor Nordlander won’t drop his theory and says there can exist an iron deficiency in the tissues in spite of normal serum iron. At his insistence, researchers are investigating low iron levels in the brain! Unfortunately, you can cause more problems by taking unnecessary iron. People do have to be careful of self-medicating with iron. Investigators are also looking at dopamine because drugs that stimulate dopamine production may help the symptoms of RLS. And, of course, they are investigating the role genes play in RLS. Nowhere in mainstream literature do I see magnesium being studied in the diagnosis and treatment of RLS. Yet, every day we hear stories of people who take ReMag and say their RLS symptoms disappear – which means they were suffering from magnesium deficiency. It just makes sense to investigate magnesium deficiency as a cause of RLS before taking iron or dopamine drugs or just giving up and blaming your genes.

The journal Neurology published a paper called “Prospective Study of Restless Legs Syndrome and Total and Cardiovascular Mortality Among Women.” This study proves to me that your leg cramps are telling you that your magnesium deficiency is serious and needs to be remedied.  Why? Because I’ve seen countless people eliminate their symptoms of leg cramps / Restless Leg Syndrome when they take ReMag and when people have magnesium deficiency they are at risk for CV disease. The highest amounts of magnesium in the body are in the heart so if there is magnesium deficiency, the heart is at risk. The association between restless legs and CV disease places the blame on magnesium deficiency as the shared cause. RLS is said to be a sleep and a neurological sensory disorder, which tells me nothing about its cause. In fact, medicine has no idea what causes RLS or how to treat it. This latest study just makes people with RLS more anxious because they have been told there is no cure for RLS and now they are told it increases their risk of heart disease. RLS symptoms occur at rest, lying, or sitting and include creeping, crawling, tingling, pulling, twitching, tearing, aching, throbbing, prickling, or grabbing sensations in the calves. The result is an uncontrollable urge to relieve the uncomfortable sensation by moving the legs. Some research shows that people with RLS may suffer from iron deficiency. However, Professor Nordlander who came up with this theory admits that only about 15% of the RLS clinical population appears to have peripheral iron deficiency (serum ferritin < 50 mcg/l). Yet, 20-50mcg/l is said to be the optimal level for ferritin and indicates you don’t have iron overload and taking iron could increase iron toxicity in the body. Professor Nordlander won’t drop his theory and says there can exist an iron deficiency in the tissues in spite of normal serum iron. At his insistence, researchers are investigating low iron levels in the brain! Unfortunately, you can cause more problems by taking unnecessary iron. People do have to be careful of self-medicating with iron. Investigators are also looking at dopamine because drugs that stimulate dopamine production may help the symptoms of RLS. And, of course, they are investigating the role genes play in RLS. Nowhere in mainstream literature do I see magnesium being studied in the diagnosis and treatment of RLS. Yet, every day we hear stories of people who take ReMag and say their RLS symptoms disappear – which means they were suffering from magnesium deficiency. It just makes sense to investigate magnesium deficiency as a cause of RLS before taking iron or dopamine drugs or just giving up and blaming your genes.

For anyone who's experienced it, the frustration can be miserable. The countless tossing and turning, the minutes that tick by (turning into hours), and you STILL haven't gotten a modicum of decent sleep. No matter how hard you try to ignore it, that urge to constantly move or stretch your legs just won't let up. (This Mark's Daily Apple article was written by Mark Sisson, and is narrated by Tina Leaman)    

Eric Dinkins, Instructor within the North American Mulligan Concept Teachers Association, comes on to discuss his perspective as a continuing education instructor within a major international CEU company. Eric discusses what the Mulligan concept is, Eric's Journey into how he came to teach for Mulligan, what the process of CEU teaching includes, how Mulligan is looking to improve, pros/cons of teaching within a major CEU company, financial outlook from being a CEU instructor, best tips with starting teaching CEUs, and much more!   Biography: Eric Dinkins is a graduate from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center and has been practicing since 2001. He has earned post-graduate certifications in Manipulative Therapy and is a Certified Mulligan Practitioner with the Mulligan Concept of manual therapy. He earned his Board Certification as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist through the American Physical Therapy Association. He is a Credentialed Instructor from the North American Mulligan Concept Teachers Association Eric has an extensive sports medicine background, has worked closely with physicians from the Steadman-Hawkins Clinic in Denver, and has treated athletes from youth, to Olympic, and professional levels. He is a published author and was a key-note speaker at the International Mulligan Conference in 2009. Other clinical interests include treatments for Restless Legs Syndrome and utilizing the Motion Guidance system to improve visual feedback in rehabilitation. He is a  Physical Therapist at Select Physical Therapy in Castle Rock, Colorado. When not practicing, Eric enjoys spending time with his family, mountain biking, and playing guitar.   Eric's Twitter Page: https://twitter.com/MCTA_Eric  Mulligan Concept Website: https://bmulligan.com/  List of Research Articles from Mulligan: https://bmulligan.com/publications/  Motion Guidance Website: https://www.motionguidance.com/    

NxStage patient Alphonso Jefferson has been on more frequent home hemodialysis with NxStage since 2010. Since starting NxStage therapy, significant benefits, increased energy, better blood pressure control, fewer meds, an end to Restless Legs Syndrome, less depression,quicker recovery time. Tech Expert Andrea Smith, discuss, "Last Minute Holiday Gift Guide,Tech Trends, Gadgets,Games". Anne Marie Warren, Healthcare & Institutions Relationship Manager for Bank of America Merrill Lynch.This show is broadcast live on Tuesday's 2PM ET on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/

Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is an unusual condition of the nervous system characterised by the compelling need to move the legs. It is usually worse in the evening and can be a problem when trying to sleep. About the causes, symptoms and treatments of the RLS, Aleksandar Zivkovic spoke with the Dr Velibor Todorovic from Sydney. - Шта је синдром немирних ногу, како га препознати и лечити - сазнајте више у разговору Александра Живковића са др Велибором Тодоровићем.  

Can't sit still in meetings? Feel restless in the evenings or on getting in to bed? Can't get to sleep because you just can't keep your legs still? These are all symptoms of restless legs syndrome. Whilst for many people restless legs symptoms are annoying, but not very severe, for some people, restless legs can be a constant presence preventing them from getting to sleep every night. Dr John Swieca discusses restless legs syndrome and its treatment, and Kevin Monk shares his experience living with severe restless legs symptoms. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk, talking all things sleep. Leave a review and subscribe via iTunes Audio Timeline: 00:00 - 01:06 Introduction 01:06 -  03:01 What's in the news about sleep? 03:01 - 03:41 Theme introduction: Restless legs syndrome 03:41 - 13:54 Guest interview - John Swieca: What is restless legs syndrome? 13:54 - 26:02 Guest interview - Kevin Monk: Living with restless legs 26:02 - 34:07 Discussion on restless legs syndrome - Moira and David 34:07 - 34:36 More information on restless legs syndrome 34:36 - 35:43 Clinical tip of the month 35:43 - 36:59 Pick of the month: Moira - Obesity in adolescent impacted by sleep as a toddler 36:59 - 40:37 Pick of the month: David - SAVE trial 40:37 - 42:19 What's coming up in the next month? Next episode (October 3rd 2016): Healthy Sleep Links mentioned in the podcast: Sleep as we get older - Moira on 612ABC Brisbane Health-a-Porter FAQs on sleep - Health-a-Porter SAVE study - New England Journal of Medicine What is restless legs syndrome? Treating restless legs syndrome Augmentation in restless legs syndrome - Video Living with narcolepsy - Podcast episode including interview with Jacqui Tomlins Marketing a malady to sell a drug - Wall Street Journal Bad Medicine: Restless legs syndrome - British Medical Journal Response to Bad Medicine: Restless legs syndrome - The Huffington Post Mindfulness for restless legs - Mindfulness Journal Jon Kabat-Zinn quote on Instagram - posted by Arianna Huffington Restless Legs Syndrome Foundation Bed times for toddlers and obesity in adolescents - Journal of Paediatrics SAVE study - New England Journal of Medicine What do the results of the SAVE study mean? - SleepHub commentary Idiopathic hypersomnia awareness week

MDS presents the latest research and findings from the field of Movement Disorders. Abstracts of articles from the Society Journal, Movement Disorders, are taken from the November 2013 (Vol. 28, Issue 13) issue.

Can the right nutrients calm those jumpy legs and help you get a good night's sleep? Nutrition Diva describes 4 ways to help treat your RLS

Have you been told by your spouse that you “fidget” in the middle of the night? Do your legs or feet have a mind of their own when you're trying to fall asleep? Do you have an urge to move your legs during bedtime? You may be one of the many people who remain undiagnosed with Restless Legs Syndrome.

Discover 10 natural, at-home remedies for Restless Legs Syndrome and get rid of the sleep deprivation, depression, and anxiety! For show notes, a free newsletter, and more go to http://getfitguy.quickanddirtytips.com

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August issue highlights, including discussion of a genetic association study concerning intracerebral haemorrhage.

Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a sensorimotor disorder with an age-dependent prevalence of up to 10% in the general population above 65 years of age. Affected individuals suffer from uncomfortable sensations and an urge to move in the lower limbs that occurs mainly in resting situations during the evening or at night. Moving the legs or walking leads to an improvement of symptoms. Concomitantly, patients report sleep disturbances with consequences such as reduced daytime functioning. We conducted a genome-wide association study (GWA) for RLS in 922 cases and 1,526 controls (using 301,406 SNPs) followed by a replication of 76 candidate SNPs in 3,935 cases and 5,754 controls, all of European ancestry. Herein, we identified six RLS susceptibility loci of genome-wide significance, two of them novel: an intergenic region on chromosome 2p14 (rs6747972, P = 9.03 x 10(-11), OR = 1.23) and a locus on 16q12.1 (rs3104767, P = 9.4 x 10(-19), OR = 1.35) in a linkage disequilibrium block of 140 kb containing the 59-end of TOX3 and the adjacent non-coding RNA BC034767.

Background: Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is associated with common variants in three intronic and intergenic regions in MEIS1, BTBD9, and MAP2K5/LBXCOR1 on chromosomes 2p, 6p and 15q.Methods: Our study investigated these variants in 649 RLS patients and 1230 controls from the Czech Republic (290 cases and 450 controls), Austria (269 cases and 611 controls) and Finland (90 cases and 169 controls). Ten single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) within the three genomic regions were selected according to the results of previous genome-wide scans. Samples were genotyped using Sequenom platforms.Results: We replicated associations for all loci in the combined samples set (rs2300478 in MEIS1, p = 1.26×10-5, odds ratio (OR) = 1.47, rs3923809 in BTBD9, p = 4.11×10-5, OR = 1.58 and rs6494696 in MAP2K5/LBXCOR1, p = 0.04764, OR = 1.27). Analysing only familial cases against all controls, all three loci were significantly associated. Using sporadic cases only, we could confirm the association only with BTBD9.Conclusion: Our study shows that variants in these three loci confer consistent disease risks in patients of European descent. Among the known loci, BTBD9 seems to be the most consistent in its effect on RLS across populations and is also most independent of familial clustering.

Host: Leslie P. Lundt, MD Guest: Robert Hauser, MD Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) is a neurologic movement and sleep disorder characterized by sensory and motor abnormalities that are frequently misdiagnosed. There is a compelling urge to move the legs in association with unusual or uncomfortable sensations, which become obvious or worse during periods of inactivity or relaxation. Host Dr. Leslie Lundt welcomes Dr. Robert Hauser as he provides an overview of symptoms, possible causes and treatments for restless legs syndrome.