ANCSLEEP BLOG

Sleep disorders have one thing in common, they interrupt sleep. Therefore, it's important that if you have a sleep disorder, you find the problem before the accumulation of interrupted sleep leads to chronic sleep deprivation. Sleep deprivation is more than just being tired. It can negatively impact several organ systems, including your heart. Heart disease is the number one cause of death worldwide, so it's important to do everything possible to maintain its health - including getting enough sleep. Continue reading to find out how common sleeping disorders can lead to cardiovascular disease!

Restless leg syndrome has a sleep disorder that involves constant moving of the legs to relieve pain, itchiness, discomfort, tingling, and any other movement that can disrupt your sleep. There are a few documented causes for restless leg syndrome, but did you know one of them is anemia? If you have restless leg syndrome but have not been able to figure out the cause it may be due to anemia. Continue reading to find out how Annie Mia may play a role in your sleep disorder.

If your partner is struggling with restless leg syndrome, then they are struggling with getting a good night's sleep...but so are you. This struggle can put a lot of strain and pressure on the relationship as a lack of sleep can negatively affect interpersonal relationships. However, before you start sleeping in different bedrooms, there may be some things that you both can try to help then get more relief, and both of you get more sleep. Keep reading to find out what you can do. 

Why RLS is a Problem?

Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a nervous system disorder that causes uncomfortable feelings in your legs, and other extremities, during the night. RLS can cause enough discomfort to interfere with sleep which is why it is considered a sleep disorder. This discomfort can cause you to wake up and move your legs to ease the discomfort, as well as make it harder to fall asleep.

Definition of Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS)

Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a nervous system disorder that causes uncomfortable feelings in your legs, making you want to move them. The discomfort of RLS is usually enough that it interferes with sleep, causing a sleep disorder. Therefore, it is considered a sleep disorder as well.

What is Restless Leg Syndrome?

Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a sleeping disorder that causes uncomfortable feelings in your legs at night, and sometimes other extremities as well. RLS causes enough discomfort to interfere with sleep, leading to sleep deprivation. It can be a potentially serious condition if the severity is bad enough. If you experience any of the symptoms discussed below, then please click the orange button at the bottom of the page to talk with one of our sleep health professionals. 

What is Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS)?

Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a sleep disorder caused by the nervous system, and is characterized by uncomfortable feelings in your legs and other extremities during the night. RLS usually causes enough discomfort to interfere with sleep, causing sleep deprivation, which is why it is considered a sleep disorder.

What is Restless Leg Syndrome and Why It’s a Problem

Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a nervous system and disorder that causes uncomfortable feelings in your legs, and other extremities, during the night. RLS usually causes enough discomfort to interfere with sleep, causing sleep deprivation. The primary problem with restless leg syndrome is RLS causes you to wake up and move your legs to ease the discomfort. The more sleep deprived you are, the worsen your symptoms are, causing a vicious cycle.

If symptoms are intermittent or mild, then that could lead to undiagnosed RLS, causing untreated sleep deprivation. Continue reading to learn more about RLS and what causes it. 

What is Restless Leg Syndrome and Why It’s a Problem

Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a nervous system and sleep disorder that causes uncomfortable feelings in your legs (and other extremities) during the night. RLS usually causes enough discomfort to interfere with sleep (causing sleep deprivation) and so it is considered a sleep disorder as well.

What is Restless Leg Syndrome

Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a nervous system disorder that causes uncomfortable feelings in your legs, making you want to move them. The discomfort of RLS is usually enough that it interferes with sleep, causing sleep deprivation.