restless legs syndrome

noun

: a nervous disorder characterized by aching, crawling, or creeping sensations of the legs that occur especially at night usually when lying down (as before sleep) and cause a compelling urge to move the legs

called also restless legs, restless leg syndrome

Examples of restless legs syndrome in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

What to know about restless legs syndrome Restless legs syndrome is a neurological condition that results in the uncomfortable urge to move the legs. —Erica Lamberg, Fox News, 19 Oct. 2024

For example, those that have reflux, Parkinson’s disease, sleep apnea or restless leg syndrome can suffer from insomnia due to their medical ailments. —Omer Awan, Forbes, 24 Nov. 2024

Clonazepam is prescribed to treat seizure disorders, such as epilepsy, panic disorder—a form of anxiety where an individual suffers frequently from panic attacks—and other complaints, such as restless leg syndrome or muscle spasms. —Matt Robison, Newsweek, 20 Nov. 2024

But for those affected by restless legs syndrome (RLS), getting quality rest can seem impossible. —Erica Lamberg, Fox News, 19 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1976, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

restless legs syndrome

noun

: a neurological disorder of uncertain pathophysiology that is characterized by aching, burning, crawling, or creeping sensations of the legs that occur especially at night usually when lying down (as before sleep) and cause a compelling urge to move the legs and that is often accompanied by difficulty in falling or staying asleep and by involuntary twitching of the legs during sleep

called also restless legs