STUDIES: RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME A 'REAL' CONDITION
Scientists have linked certain genes to restless legs syndrome, suggesting the twitching condition described as "jimmy legs" in a "Seinfeld" episode is biologically based and not an imaginary disorder.
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Restless legs syndrome linked to poor sleep quality, impaired function in pregnancy. A new study of pregnant women shows that restless legs syndrome (RLS) is common and is strongly associated with poor sleep quality, excessive daytime sleepiness, and poor daytime function, which are frequent complaints during pregnancy. Source 5o.
Restless legs syndrome study identifies 13 new genetic risk variants. A new study into the genetics underlying restless legs syndrome has identified 13 previously-unknown genetic risk variants, while helping inform potential new treatment options for the condition. Source 2k.