It’s an irresistible and involuntary need to move the legs, a debilitating and surprisingly common disorder that causes considerable discomfort to sufferers during the waking hours and almost always results in long sleepless nights, in turn causing a soul-destroying weariness that can play havoc with work, social activities and general well-being.

To find out more check the ABOUT RLS section on this website.

Other conditions can mimic some of the effects of Restless Legs Syndrome. An international study group has picked out four key factors that apply to RLS, and all four of these criteria must be present before the disorder can be correctly diagnosed:

To find out more check the DIAGNOSIS section on this website.

Yes it can – though it’s a disappointing fact that many doctors still do not recognise the condition and fob patients off with unsuitable medication, even though three drugs have been licensed in the UK for the treatment of RLS.

To find out more check the TREATMENT section on this website.