Question:
Sleep study diagnosis RLS...what does that mean?

I've gotten my sleep study results back and I have RLS...I don't go for my follow-up until 3-24...I called, but I can't get any more info until my appt. Can any one tell me since I don't have sleep apnea, but do have RLS how will this if at all effect my insurance request. My sleep index was 2.4/hour with a 65% rest period (I don't have the info here with me, so I'm guessing on the lingo.)    — zamanmichelle (posted on March 8, 2004)

March 8, 2004
Michelle, RLS is Restless Leg Syndrome, basically your legs are kicking and moving while you are asleep which pulls you out of REM sleep, but not necesarily fully awake. I know I have RLS also. It did not impact my WLS at all and more than likely WLS will not help it either, but I do not know that one for sure. I know stress makes it worse and the only treatment offered me was medication, which is a bit of a trail and error thing. I just live with it for now, maybe when I am all done and have had my ps I will follow up to see what can be done at that time, if it is still bothering me. Good Luck on you WLS journey. Tricia 10/26/03 RNY 296/233/150
   — Tricia S.

March 8, 2004
Try going to Google and searching for "restless leg syndrome". There's a lot of good info out there. This condition usually runs in families, but it can also be caused by certain medications and by stress. WLS probably won't help it, but it will help your sleep apnea, and once you start sleeping better, the RLS may subside on its own.
   — MsBatt

March 10, 2004
I have this also. Restless Leg Syndrome. My doctor gave me a medication that was originally just for Parkenson's Disease and since I started taking the medicine I have not had one episode of it. I really helps for being in the car or on a plane for a long time. I take one before I got to bed and I am good to go. Ask your doctor about this medicine.
   — jenniemminor