Addressing Sleep Disturbances of Parkinson Disease
Sleep disturbances may affect 40% to 90% of patients with PD, and a 2020 study found that about half of patients with PD had multiple sleep disorders.
Restless Leg Syndrome
Can Cannabinoids Help Patients With Sleep Disorders?
To learn more about the potential role of cannabinoids in the management of sleep disorders, we interviewed Aleksandra M. Kwasnik, MD, who recently coauthored a review on the topic.
The Bidirectional Relationship of Sleep and Epilepsy: More Research Needed
While there has recently been a surge in research regarding the complex relationship between sleep and epilepsy, there still remain gaps in knowledge that must be addressed.
Factors Affecting New-Onset of Restless Legs Syndrome in Pregnancy
Researchers investigated the incidence and risk factors of restless legs syndrome in pregnancy and their relationship to race and ethnicity.
Incidence of Restless Leg Syndrome High in Pregnancy
The researchers found that the cumulative incidence of RLS in pregnancy was 18.1 percent for all women and 20.3, 15.4, 17.1, and 21.1 percent for White, Black, Hispanic, and Asian women.
Dopamine Agonists Linked to Increased Risk for Psychiatric Events
Patients with primary restless leg syndrome who begin dopamine agonist (DA) therapy may be at increased risk for adverse psychiatric events.
Restless Legs Syndrome Associated With Suicide and Self-Harm
Individuals with restless legs syndrome (RLS) have an increased risk for suicide and self-harm.
Association Between Restless Legs Syndrome and Other Movement Disorders
Several reports describe a possible association between restless legs syndrome and Parkinson disease, as well as Tourette syndrome and restless legs syndrome.
Is Iron Therapy an Effective Treatment for Restless Legs Syndrome?
The aim of the review was to assess the safety and efficacy of oral and parenteral iron for the treatment of RLS.
Increased Corticomotor Excitability ID’d in Restless Legs
For patients with restless leg syndrome, the primary motor cortex (M1) exhibits hyperexcitability, which is associated with disease severity.
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