The Proactive Approach to Restless Legs Syndrome

The Proactive Approach to Restless Legs Syndrome

Author: Dr Chaim Madden

Publisher: Independently Published

Published: 2023-12-16

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13:

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ABOUT THIS BOOK: THE PROACTIVE APPROACH TO RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME "The Proactive Approach to Restless Legs Syndrome" is a thorough handbook that tackles the multiple facets of Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS), making it a helpful resource for those suffering from this neurological illness as well as healthcare professionals looking for in-depth information. This book opens with an in-depth Introduction that lays the groundwork for understanding RLS, its prevalence, and the effect it may have on people's everyday lives. The section on Symptoms digs into the nuances of RLS, assisting readers in identifying and relating to the difficulties connected with this disorder. Causes are thoroughly examined, shining light on the different circumstances that may contribute to the development and aggravation of RLS and arming readers with information to make educated health choices. The chapter on Diagnosis is crucial, leading readers through the process of detecting RLS, including standard testing and evaluations. The discussion on Risk Factors raises awareness even further by describing the factors and events that may increase vulnerability to RLS, encouraging a proactive approach to prevention. This book examines Treatment Options in-depth, providing a fair examination of both medicinal and non-medicinal therapies. Medications are thoroughly examined, offering a comprehensive view of the medicinal therapies available for RLS management. Lifestyle changes are investigated as a vital part of RLS treatment, emphasizing the importance of overall well-being. Coping Strategies provide people with practical information and strategies to help them navigate the problems of RLS, while also encouraging resilience and mental well-being. The Complications section delves into possible health complications related to untreated or poorly managed RLS, highlighting the significance of prompt and effective therapies. Recognizing the special issues provided by RLS during pregnancy, this book explicitly tackles this subject, providing advice geared to pregnant women. The chapter on Restless Legs Syndrome in Children highlights the particular aspects of RLS in pediatric populations, allowing parents and caregivers to get a better understanding. A section on Research and Recent Advances ensures that readers are up to date on the most recent breakthroughs in RLS knowledge and management. Frequently Asked Questions answer frequently asked questions by combining vital information and providing a fast reference for users looking for brief answers. In conclusion, "The Proactive Approach to Restless Legs Syndrome" is a comprehensive and important resource, providing readers with a thorough grasp of RLS, from its symptoms to the most recent studies, allowing them to proactively manage their health and improve their quality of life.


Restless Legs Syndrome/Willis Ekbom Disease

Restless Legs Syndrome/Willis Ekbom Disease

Author: Mauro Manconi

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2017-05-07

Total Pages: 291

ISBN-13: 1493967770

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Due to the fact that Restless Legs Syndrome/Willis-Ekbom Disease is usually a chronic condition, this book aims to provide physicians with the necessary tools for the long-term management of patients with RLS. The first part of the book addresses the various comorbidities and long-term consequences of RLS on life quality, sleep, cognitive, psychiatric and cardiovascular systems, while the second part focuses on the management of long-term treatment and the drug-induced complications in primary RLS and in special populations. Written by experts in the field, this practical resource offers a high-quality, long-term management of RLS for neurologists, sleep clinicians, pulmonologists and other healthcare professionals.


Restless Legs Syndrome

Restless Legs Syndrome

Author: K. Ray Chaudhuri

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2004-09-28

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 0203497503

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Although briefly covered in neurology texts, until now there has been no professional-level publication dedicated solely to restless legs syndrome (RLS). Most of what is available is either out-of-date or too general. Written by a panel of experts, Restless Legs Syndrome fills the void. Focusing on diagnosis and management, the authors discuss the


Sleep Disorders in Neurology

Sleep Disorders in Neurology

Author: Sebastiaan Overeem

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2010-03-26

Total Pages: 344

ISBN-13: 9781444315165

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Formulate treatment plans with confidence when you consult SleepDisorders in Neurology, a helpful overview of both common andrare neurological disorders that are frequently accompanied bysignificant sleep disturbances. This concise guide explains when toconsult a sleep specialist in managing a particular sleep disorderand draws on the expertise of neurologists who specialize in thedisorders under discussion. This practical guide is fullyillustrated and easily digested, providing a counterpoint to largeencyclopedic reference volumes. The authors take you from historytaking and diagnostic testing, to pharmacological andnon-pharmacological treatment options, and are joined by diseasesub-specialists in the chapters on disease specific sleepdisturbances and the effects of common neurological medications onsleep. This book is essential for sleep medicine specialists, as wellas for clinicians and health care professionals not specificallytrained in sleep medicine, but who nevertheless need to manageneurologically damaged patients with increasingly recognizedsleep-wake disturbances.


Principles and Practice of Movement Disorders E-Book

Principles and Practice of Movement Disorders E-Book

Author: Joseph Jankovic

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2011-04-01

Total Pages: 557

ISBN-13: 1437737706

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Principles and Practice of Movement Disorders provides the complete, expert guidance you need to diagnose and manage these challenging conditions. Drs. Stanley Fahn, Joseph Jankovic and Mark Hallett explore all facets of these disorders, including the latest rating scales for clinical research, neurochemistry, clinical pharmacology, genetics, clinical trials, and experimental therapeutics. This edition features many new full-color images, additional coverage of pediatric disorders, updated Parkinson information, and many other valuable updates. An accompanying Expert Consult website makes the content fully searchable and contains several hundred video clips that illustrate the manifestations of all the movement disorders in the book along with their differential diagnoses. Get just the information you need for a clinical approach to diagnosis and management, with minimal emphasis on basic science. Find the answers you need quickly and easily thanks to a reader-friendly full-color format, with plentiful diagrams, photographs, and tables. Apply the latest advances to diagnosis and treatment of pediatric movement disorders, Parkinson disease, and much more. View the characteristic presentation of each disorder with a complete collection of professional-quality, narrated videos online. Better visualize every concept with new full-color illustrations throughout. Search the complete text online, follow links to PubMed abstracts, and download all of the illustrations, at www.expertconsult.com.


Clinical Management of Restless Legs Syndrome

Clinical Management of Restless Legs Syndrome

Author: Wayne A. Hening

Publisher: Professional Communications

Published: 2007-12

Total Pages: 305

ISBN-13: 1932610316

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Describes etiologies and pathophysiology of the condition, including secondary conditions and medications that can cause or accentuate RLS. Reveiws how to accurately diagnose RLS, nonpharmacologic measures, and details pharmacologic agents used to treat intermittent, daily, and refractory RLS.


A Clinical Guide to Pediatric Sleep

A Clinical Guide to Pediatric Sleep

Author: Jodi A. Mindell

Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 302

ISBN-13: 1605473898

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Written for busy primary care practitioners, this book is a practical clinical guide to common pediatric sleep disorders and their treatment. Information is organized by specific disorder and by the most frequent presenting complaints. Symptom-based algorithms will enable practitioners to evaluate sleep complaints in a stepwise manner. Other features include symptom checklists for specific disorders and chapters on sleep problems in special populations. Appendices provide practical tools for screening for sleep problems, evaluating sleep studies, and counseling families. This edition includes updated ICSD-2 and ICD-10 diagnostic criteria and new and revised American Academy of Sleep Medicine Standards of Practice guidelines. Other highlights include new chapters on sleep hygiene and sleep enuresis, updated and expanded chapters on all sleep disorders, and up-to-date information on sleep medications and sleep in special populations. A companion Website will offer parent handouts for each age group and each sleep disorder, as well as screening questionnaires and sleep diaries.


Clinician's Manual on Restless Legs Syndrome

Clinician's Manual on Restless Legs Syndrome

Author: Mark J. Buchfuhrer

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2016-06-06

Total Pages: 69

ISBN-13: 3319313738

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Written by renowned expert in the field, this handbook is an clinically relevant introduction to restless legs syndrome. Comprised of evidence-based recommendations for diagnosis, treatment and long-term disease management, this publication is an ideal educational resource for busy medical professionals and trainees who wish to become more familiar with this relatively common condition. International treatment guidelines and recent drug developments are also included in this concise yet comprehensive overview of the management of restless legs syndrome.


Pharmacology of Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS)

Pharmacology of Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS)

Author:

Publisher: Academic Press

Published: 2019-06-20

Total Pages: 281

ISBN-13: 0128173165

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Pharmacology of Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS), Volume 84, the newest volume in the Advances in Pharmacology series, presents a variety of chapters from the best authors in the field on essential topics, with this volume presenting chapters on Targeting the adenosinergic system in Restless Legs Syndrome, Assessing iron uptake mechanisms in the brain: impact of gender and genotype, Pharmacological treatments of RLS in augmentation, C. elegans and its applicability to studies on RLS, The neurophysiology of hyperarousal in RLS: hints for a role of glutamate/GABA, Treatment management and options in RLS patients, Pharmacological responsiveness of Periodic Legs Movements during Sleep, and more. Includes the authority and expertise of leading contributors in pharmacology as sourced from an international board of authors Presents the latest release in the Advances in Pharmacology series


Restless Legs Syndrome

Restless Legs Syndrome

Author: Mark J. Buchfuhrer

Publisher: ReadHowYouWant.com

Published: 2011-01-23

Total Pages: 434

ISBN-13: 1459609727

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The Restless Legs Syndrome Foundation estimates that up to 8 percent of the population suffers with restless legs syndrome (RLS). The hallmark of this neurologic disorder is an irresistible urge to move, most commonly at night. It causes uncomfortable sensations often described as creeping, crawling, tugging, burning, or aching feelings in the calves, feet, thighs, and arms. These disruptive symptoms vary in severity and can result in difficulty staying or falling asleep, fatigue, and impaired daytime function resulting from loss of sleep. Written by respected leaders in this field and sponsored by the American Academy of Neurology, Restless Legs Syndrome explains what we know about RLS, including its causes and manifestations, and what can be done to manage it. Topics covered include;Causes, symptoms, and diagnosis Treatments, including drug and non-pharmacologic therapy RLS in children Personal relationships and RLS Resources Lifestyle changes, dealing with daily activities, RLS triggers, and much more This indispensable guide will help millions of people to understand this condition so that they can take control of their lives and make informed decisions. It also will be a useful resource for families, caregivers, and health care providers."