Do you have 'Restless Legs Syndrome?'

Were you ever sitting and watching a movie or a play, or driving and you had a sudden urge to punch your leg because you had a sting of pain or discomfort? If you have, you aren't alone. If this happens to you often you may be the victim of a condition dubbed as restless legs syndrome (RLS).
At this time it is estimated that about 28 million Americans (around 10% of the population) are suffering from RLS. The majority don't even realize they may have this condition. Those who suffer complain of bouts of discomfort and stinging pains in their legs if they sit still for too long.
Many people haven't heard of RLS and it is often misdiagnosed or symptoms aren't recognized.
Some people with RLS experience a variety of symptoms that even cause them to lose sleep at night. There is currently no cure for RLS, but some medications are prescribed to relieve pains and to aid in sleep. RLS symptoms can be relieved by such things as stretching, exercising, and the use of hot and cold packs.

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