Spouse of RLS

RLS occurs more frequently in certain populations, including people with end-stage renal disease, women during pregnancy, and people with iron deficiency. Also, RLS/WED in the elderly and children brings other challenges. Sharing your experiences may be extraordinarily helpful to others.
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psiapat

Spouse of RLS

Post by psiapat »

It is after 3:00 a.m. and I am again awake because my husband's RLS often causes him to slap the bed with his foot (or feet) at approximate 60-second intervals in his sleep. Although he takes medication for RLS, the bed slapping continues. Do you have any helpful suggestions for relief for both of us? :roll:

sardsy75
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Sounds like PLMS...

Post by sardsy75 »

Hi Psiapat

From what you are describing, it sounds like your dear hubby has a case of PLMS (Periodic Limb Movement Syndrome), also known as nocturnal myoclonus, on top of his RLS.

I've attached a couple of links for you below which might help you, your hubby, and your doctor/s out:

http://www.sleepfoundation.org/publicat ... t_plms.cfm
http://www.wemove.org/myo/
http://www.talkaboutsleep.com/sleepdiso ... intro1.htm

Take care of you (and hubby!)
Nadia

My philosophy is simply this: Life is too short to be diplomatic. Your friends should not care what you do, or say; and for those who are not your friends ... their loss!!!

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