Restless Leg Syndrome

Restless Legs Syndrome is a common condition characterized by an irresistible urge to move the legs. We look at what causes it, the symptoms, as well as diagnosis (criteria) and treatment options. 

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Timestamps:
0:00 What is Restless Legs Syndrome? 
0:31 Restless Legs Syndrome Symptoms 
1:47 Restless Legs Syndrome Causes
4:08 Restless Legs Syndrome Risk Factors / Epidemiology
4:45 Restless Legs Syndrome Diagnosis (With Criteria) 
5:36 Restless Legs Syndrome Treatment 
 

References:

1. StatPearls. (2021). Restless Legs Syndrome. [online] Available at: https://www.statpearls.com/articlelibrary/viewarticle/28429/ NCBI
2. BMJ Best Practice. (2023). Restless legs syndrome – Aetiology. [online] Available at: https://bestpractice.bmj.com/topics/en-gb/65/aetiology BMJ Best Practice
3. National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. (2025). Restless Legs Syndrome Fact Sheet. [online] Available at: https://www.ninds.nih.gov/restless-legs-syndrome-fact-sheet
4. International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP). (1979). Pain Terminology. [online] Available at: https://www.iasp-pain.org/resources/terminology/ iasp-pain.org

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