{"id":9348,"date":"2026-07-13T09:14:38","date_gmt":"2026-07-13T16:14:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/amsvein.com\/blog\/\/"},"modified":"2026-07-13T23:04:45","modified_gmt":"2026-07-14T06:04:45","slug":"sindrome-de-piernas-inquietas-spi-sintomas-causas-y-tratamiento","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/amsvein.com\/es\/blog\/restless-legs-syndrome-rls-symptoms-causes-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"S\u00edndrome de piernas inquietas (SPI): s\u00edntomas, causas y tratamiento."},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We sometimes feel fidgety sitting in the same place for too long and may feel the urge to move our legs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But this urge is more than that for up to one-tenth of adults. This urge can become a nuisance. They may suffer from restless legs syndrome.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Restless legs syndrome<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (RLS) sufferers regularly fight an urge to move their legs and can have trouble sleeping, with symptoms worsening at night.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This disease is often underdiagnosed, leading to a delay in treatment(1). But education is the first step toward treatment. Learn more about RLS and its causes, diagnosis, and treatment options.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Alternar tabla de contenidos\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/amsvein.com\/es\/blog\/restless-legs-syndrome-rls-symptoms-causes-treatment\/#What_is_restless_legs_syndrome_RLS\" >What is restless legs syndrome (RLS)?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/amsvein.com\/es\/blog\/restless-legs-syndrome-rls-symptoms-causes-treatment\/#What_Causes_Restless_Legs_Syndrome\" >What Causes Restless Legs Syndrome?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/amsvein.com\/es\/blog\/restless-legs-syndrome-rls-symptoms-causes-treatment\/#Signs_and_Symptoms_of_Restless_Legs_Syndrome\" >Signs and Symptoms of Restless Legs Syndrome<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/amsvein.com\/es\/blog\/restless-legs-syndrome-rls-symptoms-causes-treatment\/#Diagnosis_of_Restless_Legs_Syndrome\" >Diagnosis of Restless Legs Syndrome<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/amsvein.com\/es\/blog\/restless-legs-syndrome-rls-symptoms-causes-treatment\/#Treatments_for_Restless_Legs_Syndrome\" >Treatments for Restless Legs Syndrome<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/amsvein.com\/es\/blog\/restless-legs-syndrome-rls-symptoms-causes-treatment\/#Medication_for_Restless_Legs_Syndrome\" >Medication for Restless Legs Syndrome<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/amsvein.com\/es\/blog\/restless-legs-syndrome-rls-symptoms-causes-treatment\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/amsvein.com\/es\/blog\/restless-legs-syndrome-rls-symptoms-causes-treatment\/#References\" >References<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_restless_legs_syndrome_RLS\"><\/span><b>What is restless legs syndrome (RLS)?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-9355\" src=\"https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/49-300x141.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"485\" height=\"228\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many people live with RLS: an estimated 7-10% of the population. Women are more likely than men to suffer from this condition(2).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The disorder starts in early childhood, but patients usually don\u2019t receive a diagnosis until their 30s.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are two types of restless legs syndrome(3). Someone has primary restless legs syndrome if there is no known leading cause. Secondary restless legs syndrome, in contrast, stems from various identifiable causes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This condition can be debilitating. Fortunately, it is now treatable thanks to medical advancements.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Causes_Restless_Legs_Syndrome\"><\/span><b>What Causes Restless Legs Syndrome?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-9353\" src=\"https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/51-300x169.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"501\" height=\"282\" srcset=\"https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/51-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/51-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/51-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/51-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/51-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/51.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 501px) 100vw, 501px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Restless legs syndrome stems from a problem with dopamine systems and iron stores in the brain. Dopamine is the \u201chappiness hormone.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Specific genes may be tied to the development of RLS. Some patients have parents with the same condition.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, there are many potential causes for secondary restless legs syndrome. Examples include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Varicose veins\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">End-stage renal disease (ESRD)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Celiac disease<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fibromyalgia<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Amyloidosis<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Folate or magnesium deficiency<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diabetes (Type 1 or Type 2)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Iron deficiency<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lumbosacral radiculopathy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rheumatic disease<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certain depression medications<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certain vitamin or mineral imbalances: lack of calcium, phosphate, vitamin D, and iron<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Those with anemia, nerve problems, low ferritin, or high estrogen levels can develop restless legs syndrome. RLS is also common in pregnant patients, especially in the 3rd trimester(4).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Signs_and_Symptoms_of_Restless_Legs_Syndrome\"><\/span><b>Signs and Symptoms of Restless Legs Syndrome<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-9354\" src=\"https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/50-300x141.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"551\" height=\"259\" srcset=\"https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/50-300x141.webp 300w, https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/50-1024x480.webp 1024w, https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/50-768x360.webp 768w, https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/50-1536x720.webp 1536w, https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/50-18x8.webp 18w, https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/50.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 551px) 100vw, 551px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RLS patients may describe a crawling, itching, or stretching feeling that seems to come from inside their muscles or bones. They might complain of paresthesia or a prickling sensation, even when nothing touches their skin.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patients experience involuntary and forceful backward foot bending that lasts 0.5-5 seconds. These movements can occur every 20 to 40 seconds during sleep and are experienced by most patients(1).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Symptoms can vary from mild annoyance to significant impairment, sometimes disrupting day-to-day life. Symptoms increase into the night, making it difficult for patients to sleep.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For patients with severe RLS, these movements occur whenever the patient sits.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, despite the name, RLS patients may sometimes experience arm and leg movements\u2013not only legs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diagnosis_of_Restless_Legs_Syndrome\"><\/span><b>Diagnosis of Restless Legs Syndrome<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-9352\" src=\"https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/52-300x141.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"455\" height=\"214\" srcset=\"https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/52-300x141.webp 300w, https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/52-1024x480.webp 1024w, https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/52-768x360.webp 768w, https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/52-1536x720.webp 1536w, https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/52-18x8.webp 18w, https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/52.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 455px) 100vw, 455px\" \/><br \/>\n<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These symptoms are signs of restless legs syndrome&#8230; but they can also be signs of other ailments.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, how do you know if it\u2019s RLS? You must meet this criteria(5).<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You feel an urge to move your leg or feet and uncomfortable sensations like paresthesia (that \u201ccrawling\u201d or itching feeling).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The urge to move these extremities worsens in the evening. The symptoms also appear while inactive.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leg movement may cause some or total relief. With continuous movement, the symptoms are often absent or mild.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The urge to move the lower extremities is worst at night. This may make sleep difficult and cause fatigue the next day.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally, your doctor will rule out other conditions you may have, such as leg cramps, muscle cramps, and tardive dyskinesia. Symptoms must not also be from sitting in uncomfortable positions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no specific test to diagnose restless legs syndrome. Medical professionals will perform other exams to test for related conditions. Your doctor may request an EMG or electromyography to rule out neuropathies or muscle disorders.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Treatments_for_Restless_Legs_Syndrome\"><\/span><b>Treatments for Restless Legs Syndrome<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-9350\" src=\"https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/54-300x141.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"455\" height=\"214\" srcset=\"https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/54-300x141.webp 300w, https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/54-1024x480.webp 1024w, https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/54-768x360.webp 768w, https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/54-1536x720.webp 1536w, https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/54-18x8.webp 18w, https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/54.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 455px) 100vw, 455px\" \/><br \/>\n<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To reduce restless legs syndrome symptoms, your doctor might recommend the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid or decrease caffeine intake.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid certain medications, such as antidepressants, antipsychotics, antiemetics, and centrally-acting antihistamines.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercise daily(sometimes not recommended for patients who experience RLS while sleeping).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apply heat or a warm compress.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medications such as pramipexole, ropinirole, rotigotine, and cabergoline may help decrease a patient\u2019s symptoms. They can improve sleep and quality of life. Rotigotine transdermal patches can also be effective.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A doctor may prescribe gabapentin or pregabalin as early treatment for insomnia patients. It is also used for patients with pain, anxiety, and impulse control disorder.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These medications may have adverse effects or be harmful to certain patients. Consult with your doctor before starting any medications.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA), Varithena, and Microphlebectomy are <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">minimally invasive varicose veins treatments that can help patients with secondary RLS and varicose veins.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doctors may suggest dietary changes for those with specific vitamin or mineral deficiencies.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For pregnant women suffering from RLS, time is the best answer. Symptoms often improve after delivery.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Medication_for_Restless_Legs_Syndrome\"><\/span><b>Medication for Restless Legs Syndrome<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many medications can relieve restless legs syndrome patients. Medical professionals can make recommendations based on each patient\u2019s experience with RLS.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One example is anti-seizure drugs: the FDA has approved gabapentin enacarbil for treating moderate to severe RLS. The drug has similar effects as dopaminergic treatment, another potentially helpful drug. Studies show pregabalin, another anti-seizure drug, is as effective for RLS as the dopaminergic drug pramipexole.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dopaminergic agents are drugs that increase dopamine effects. They are prescribed to treat Parkinson\u2019s disease. However, they can reduce the symptoms of RLS when taken at night.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The FDA has also approved ropinirole, pramipexole, and rotigotine to treat moderate to severe RLS. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, and other short-term effects.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Long-term use of dopaminergic agents is not recommended as they can worsen symptoms. Stopping the medication can reverse the progression.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In extreme cases, doctors may prescribe certain opioids in low doses. Side effects can include constipation, dizziness, nausea, and risk of addiction.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes, benzodiazepines are generally prescribed to treat anxiety, muscle spasms, and insomnia. Side effects may include daytime fatigue, reduced energy, and reduced concentration. (These are not recommended for sleep apnea patients.)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Share your symptoms and full medical story with your doctor. No two patients are exactly alike, and this will ensure you get the best treatment for your condition.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-9351\" src=\"https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/53-300x169.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"460\" height=\"259\" srcset=\"https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/53-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/53-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/53-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/53-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/53-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/amsvein.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/53.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 460px) 100vw, 460px\" \/><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An estimated 7-10% of people suffer from restless legs syndrome. This condition is common! And 70% of these patients may have moderate to severe symptoms.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RLS is not always limited to legs. Some patients experience symptoms in their arms or hands.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When RLS impacts a patient\u2019s sleep, they will experience fatigue during the day. Constant fatigue can lead to more severe complications, such as depression.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Restless legs syndrome can be more than an inconvenience. It can be debilitating and greatly impact the quality of life.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fortunately, there are many ways to treat RLS and its symptoms. Understanding the ins and outs of RLS is the first step toward an improved quality of life.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you suffer from restless legs syndrome because of an underlying vein condition, take the first step toward a healthier you and contact <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AMS Vascular<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Our experts take a patient-first approach and provide top-of-the-line care. <\/span><b>Don\u2019t wait for healthier veins. Book a consultation today!<\/b><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"References\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">References<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mansur A, Castillo PR, Rocha Cabrero F, et al. Restless Leg Syndrome. [Updated 2020 Apr 22]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2020 Jan-. Available from: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK430878\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK430878\/<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Restless Legs Syndrome Fact Sheet. (n.d.). Retrieved from <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ninds.nih.gov\/disorders\/patient-caregiver-education\/fact-sheets\/restless-legs-syndrome-fact-sheet\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.ninds.nih.gov\/disorders\/patient-caregiver-education\/fact-sheets\/restless-legs-syndrome-fact-sheet<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pratt D. P. (2016). Restless Legs Syndrome\/Willis-Ekbom Disease and Periodic Limb Movements: A Comprehensive Review of Epidemiology, Pathophysiology, Diagnosis and Treatment Considerations. Current rheumatology reviews, 12(2), 91\u2013112. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.2174\/1573403x12666160223120340\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/doi.org\/10.2174\/1573403\u00d712666160223120340<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prosperetti, C., &amp; Manconi, M. (2015). Restless Legs Syndrome\/Willis-Ekbom Disease and Pregnancy. Sleep medicine clinics, 10(3), 323\u2013xiv. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.jsmc.2015.05.016\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.jsmc.2015.05.016<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Guo, S., Huang, J., Jiang, H., Han, C., Li, J., Xu, X., Zhang, G., Lin, Z., Xiong, N., &amp; Wang, T. (2017). Restless Legs Syndrome: From Pathophysiology to Clinical Diagnosis and Management. Frontiers in aging neuroscience, 9, 171. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.3389\/fnagi.2017.00171\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/doi.org\/10.3389\/fnagi.2017.00171<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We sometimes feel fidgety sitting in the same place for too long and may feel the urge to move our legs.\u00a0 But this urge is more than that for up to one-tenth of adults. This urge can become a nuisance. They may suffer from restless legs syndrome. 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