Restless Legs Syndrome Foundation Blog

New Member Joins RLS Foundation Scientific and Medical Advisory Board We are pleased to welcome a new member to the RLS Foundation's Scientific and Medical Advisory Board (SMAB), Kathy Richards, PhD, RN, FAAN! Richards is a research professor at The University of Texas at Austin, School of Nursing. As a UT Austin PhD graduate, Kathy has conducted sleep...

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What You Need to Know Depressive disorders are common in adults living with restless legs syndrome (RLS). In fact, the likelihood of developing depression with RLS is increased by 2-4 times when compared to other adults. While it is unclear exactly why this is, sleep disturbances and sleep deprivation are likely a contributing factor. Indicators of depression include...

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Two New Support Group Leaders in Michigan The RLS Foundation is pleased to welcome Linda Tuomaala as the new support group leader in Oakland County, and Kathleen Nolan as the new support group leader in Ann Arbor. Thank you both, and welcome! Linda Tuomaala (Oakland County, Michigan) RLS has been a part of my life for over 30...

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Reviewing the Year's Accomplishments Throughout 2017, with the invaluable support of Foundation members, the Board of Directors, and the Scientific and Medical Advisory Board (SMAB), the RLS Foundation was able to take significant strides on behalf of the RLS community. None of our work would be possible without these passionate individuals, and we thank each and every one...

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New guidelines for the safe use of opioids to treat RLS set forth in major medical journal Austin, Texas, Jan. 8, 2018 – At a time of heightened national concern about opioid abuse, new guidance is available to help health care providers safely prescribe opioids to treat restless legs syndrome (RLS). In an article published in the January...

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By Jeffrey S. Durmer, MD, PhD This is an excerpt from the fall 2017 edition of NightWalkers, the Foundation's quarterly magazine. To get your subscription to NightWalkers and to enjoy other benefits, become a member of the Restless Legs Syndrome Foundation today! Please note: The RLS Foundation does not endorse or promote any goods, products or services. The...

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New Support Group Leader in Aiken, South Carolina The Foundation is pleased to welcome Andrew Tershak as the new support group leader in Aiken, South Carolina. Thank you, Andy, and welcome! I have suffered from RLS issues for over 30 years and was happy to hear about, and be able to attend, the first RLS Foundation patient meeting...

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