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Restless Legs Problem

restless legs syndromeRestless Legs Syndrome is one of the most common medical causes of insomnia. Is the onset of leg discomfort during sleep situations that temporarily relieved by movement.

Do not miss this article on restless legs syndrome, a disease suffered by a large number of people

Known for over 300 years by physicians, Restless Legs Syndrome is, however, a real unknown for people who suffer. This is a common disease. Studies show that between 5 and 10% of the adult population has the disorder in Western countries. This figure is even higher in people over 65 years, hovering between 15 and 20%. Despite being so common and easily treatable, most of those affected never fail to be diagnosed and rarely receive adequate treatment.

The disease begins to be felt sporadically during childhood, but after 40 years when it becomes more continuous and discomfort are stronger. Is the onset of discomfort in the lower legs and tingling, pricking, pain, restlessness or need to move and its main feature an appearance at rest, relieved with movement. Subsequent during the afternoon and early evening hours, so that those affected often notice the discomfort Framework is going to bed. Therefore, people with Restless Legs Syndrome often suffer from insomnia and are reduced by 50% the ability to cover their daily sleep.

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