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Restless legs syndrome causes an irresistible urge to move the legs, worse at rest and evening — a sensorimotor disorder often disrupting sleep.
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Restless legs syndrome causes an irresistible urge to move the legs, worse at rest and evening — a sensorimotor disorder often disrupting sleep. Dr. Jitendra Prasad Yadav (NMC 8029, 15+ years of clinical experience) evaluates restless legs syndrome at Kathmandu Neurology Clinic & Cognitive Center, 117 Lal Durbar Marg, Kathmandu, Bagmati Province 44600, Nepal — evidence-based, medically reviewed.
RLS is a neurological sensorimotor disorder characterized by uncomfortable leg sensations and an irresistible urge to move them. Symptoms are worse at rest and in the evening, and improve with movement. It significantly disrupts sleep and is often underdiagnosed.
Clinical diagnosis using IRLSSG criteria|Iron studies (ferritin)|Medication review|Polysomnography for periodic limb movements
Iron supplementation if deficient|Avoid aggravating medications|Dopamine agonists (pramipexole, ropinirole)|Alpha-2-delta ligands (gabapentin, pregabalin)|Avoid caffeine, alcohol, nicotine
Management is individualized and discussed with benefits, limitations, and follow-up.
Regular sleep schedule|Iron-rich diet|Avoid caffeine and alcohol|Exercise (but not close to bedtime)
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Reviewed by Dr. Jitendra Prasad Yadav • Last reviewed: 2026-11-10
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Dr. Jitendra Prasad Yadav
Consultant Neurologist & Headache Specialist • MBBS, MD (Internal Medicine), FICN (Neurology), FCNV, FIHM • NMC 8029
This condition guide was medically reviewed by Dr. Jitendra Prasad Yadav.
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