| Restless Leg Syndrome |
Restless Leg Syndrome is a neurological disorder characterized by unpleasant
sensations in the legs and an uncontrollable urge to move when at rest in an effort
to relieve these feelings. Restless Leg Syndrome sensations are often described
by people as burning, creeping, tugging, or like insects crawling inside their legs.
The sensations range in severity from uncomfortable to irritating to painful.
The most distinctive or unusual aspect of the condition is that lying down and
trying to relax activates the symptoms. As a result, most people with Restless
Leg Syndrome have difficultly falling asleep and staying asleep. If it is left
untreated, causes exhaustion and daytime fatigue. Many people with Restless
Leg Syndrome report that their job, personal relationships, and activities of daily
living are strongly affected as a result of their exhaustion. They are often unable
to concentrate, have impaired memory, or fail to accomplish daily tasks.
Restless Leg Syndrome occurs in both genders. However, the incidence maybe
slightly higher in women. Although the syndrome may begin at any age, even as
early as infancy, most patients who are severely affected are middle-aged or
older. In addition, the severity of the disorder appears to increase with age.
Older patients experience symptoms more frequently and for longer time.
Chiropractic care recognizes that Restless Leg Syndrome is caused by a pelvic
instability. Therefore, Dr. Snyder might recommend the following corrections on
the next page.
sensations in the legs and an uncontrollable urge to move when at rest in an effort
to relieve these feelings. Restless Leg Syndrome sensations are often described
by people as burning, creeping, tugging, or like insects crawling inside their legs.
The sensations range in severity from uncomfortable to irritating to painful.
The most distinctive or unusual aspect of the condition is that lying down and
trying to relax activates the symptoms. As a result, most people with Restless
Leg Syndrome have difficultly falling asleep and staying asleep. If it is left
untreated, causes exhaustion and daytime fatigue. Many people with Restless
Leg Syndrome report that their job, personal relationships, and activities of daily
living are strongly affected as a result of their exhaustion. They are often unable
to concentrate, have impaired memory, or fail to accomplish daily tasks.
Restless Leg Syndrome occurs in both genders. However, the incidence maybe
slightly higher in women. Although the syndrome may begin at any age, even as
early as infancy, most patients who are severely affected are middle-aged or
older. In addition, the severity of the disorder appears to increase with age.
Older patients experience symptoms more frequently and for longer time.
Chiropractic care recognizes that Restless Leg Syndrome is caused by a pelvic
instability. Therefore, Dr. Snyder might recommend the following corrections on
the next page.
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