Restless legs syndrome (RLS), also known as Willis-Ekbom disease, is a common and treatable neurological disorder that can affect anyone at any age. While it is thought to affect up to 10% of the UK population it remains a deeply misunderstood condition.
It is characterised by an irresistible urge to move to stop uncomfortable or odd sensations in the legs and, as it usually interferes with sleep, it is also considered a sleep disorder. But what causes this deeply unpleasant condition and what are the best ways of managing it?
We've taken advice from the charity RLS UK, the NHS, and sleep specialists to provide a comprehensive overview of the condition to coincide with RLS Awareness Month.
