Restless Legs Syndrome: A Common Cause of Painful Legs

Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a prevalent and underdiagnosed condition characterized by: • An urge to move legs due to unpleasant sensations described as “creepy-crawly,” internal itch or pain • The urge to move legs increasing with inactivity or rest • Sensations relieved by moving or stretching the legs • Symptoms worsening in the evening Untreated RLS can significantly disturb [...]

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Which came first—the insomnia or the pain?

Mays and Schnapp Pain Clinic and Rehabilitation Center Affairs of the heart and the mind are the predominant cause of insomnia, but physical pain certainly ranks a close second. As a physician who specializes in pain management, I am confronted daily with cases considered very difficult to treat. Although these patients come to me for problems [...]

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