Restless legs syndrome is prevalent in adults with cystic fibrosis and impacts sleep quality

Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a sensorimotor disorder that can cause significant morbidity. It is a clinical diagnosis characterized by essential criteria as outlined by the International Restless Legs Syndrome Study Group (IRLSSG) [1]. These criteria include: an urge to move legs or other body parts; the urge begins or worsens during rest or inactivity; relief by movement; occurs primarily or is worse in the evening, showing a strong circadian pattern; and the symptoms are not explained by other medical or behavioral conditions.

Source: Journal of Cystic Fibrosis - November 15, 2023 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Sabin R. Bista, Tahuanty Pena, Makayla E. Schissel, Lynette M Smith, Peter J. Murphy, John D. Dickinson Tags: Original Article Source Type: research