Diagnosis of Restless Leg Syndrome (Willis-Ekbom Disease)

Becker, Philip M.

doi:10.1016/j.jsmc.2015.05.001

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“…A patient identification form comprising 22 questions prepared by the researchers based on the literature was used (Allen et al, 2003; Becker, 2015; Çevik & Taşcı, 2020; Guo et al, 2017; Hashemi et al, 2015; Muz & Taşcı, 2017).…”

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Effect of massage therapy with lavender oil on severity of restless legs syndrome and quality of life in hemodialysis patients

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Taşçı

2021

J of Nursing Scholarship

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This study assessed the effects of massage therapy using 5% lavender oil on the severity of restless legs syndrome (RLS) and the quality of life (QoL) of patients on hemodialysis (HD). Design and methods:This is a randomized placebo-controlled study with a pretestposttest design. This study was conducted from January 30, 2019, to May 6, 2019, at HD centers in Turkey, and it includes 58 participants-31 study patients and 27 controls. Data were collected using patient identification form, RLS severity rating scale, Kidney Disease Quality of Life Scale (KDQOL TM -36) and patient follow-up charts. As per the massage therapy protocol, the patients in the study and control groups received massage therapy with lavender oil and baby oil, respectively.Findings: RLS severity significantly decreased in all follow-up weeks in the study group and in the first, second, and third follow-up weeks in the control group. There were significant differences between the groups in terms of KDQOL TM -36 subscales and total scores at the initial and final follow-ups. Conclusion:In HD patients, massage with lavender oil lessened the severity of RLS and improved the QoL. Accordingly, this therapy can be recommended to HD patients.Clinical relevance: Massage therapy during HD sessions is easy, inexpensive, and patient-friendly with no side effects. It is known to reduce symptoms and enable the patients to easily perform daily activities of living. Massage therapy with lavender oil is effective and can be easily applied to patients with RLS by nurses.

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Effect of massage therapy with lavender oil on severity of restless legs syndrome and quality of life in hemodialysis patients

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Taşçı

2021

J of Nursing Scholarship

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“…RLS/WED is a neurological condition characterized by complaining of an urge to move the legs in the evening and nighttime, especially during the rest period (Koo, ). RLS/WED presents abnormal sensation in the extremities, which may be described as crawling, creeping, tingling, bugs, worms, electricity, energy, burning, pain, and ache (Becker, ; Toro, ). Although any limb can be affected, most patients have symptoms in the lower extremities, and symptoms present when sitting in a chair, airplane, automobile, or lying down attempting to sleep (Becker, ).…”

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“…Polysomnography may be appropriate if patients report clinical symptoms of apnea, such as daytime sleepiness. EMG or nerve conduction testing of nerve function is only indicated for those patients in whom testing will affect treatment decisions (Becker, ).…”

Section: Restless Legs Syndrome or Willis‐ekbom Diseasementioning

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Update on Research and Practices in Major Sleep Disorders: Part II—Insomnia, Willis‐Ekbom Disease (Restless Leg Syndrome), and Narcolepsy

Chaiard

Weaver

2019

J of Nursing Scholarship

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Purpose This review (Part II of a series on sleep disorders) presents an update of the characteristics, epidemiology, assessment, and latest management of insomnia, restless legs syndrome (Willis‐Ekbom disease; RLS/WED), and narcolepsy. Insomnia, the most common sleep disorder and most prevalent of all psychological health disorders, is a problem of difficulty initiating and maintaining sleep and early morning awakenings. RLS/WED is characterized by a crawling sensation or urge to move the legs in the evening and nighttime. Narcolepsy is a sleep disorder that commonly results in chronic daytime sleepiness and cataplexy. Nonpharmacological management, which includes education, cognitive behavioral therapy, and complementary therapy, is used as primary or adjunctive to pharmacotherapy for the treatment of these disorders. Methods This narrative review utilized medical databases such as PubMed to identify relevant English‐language original and systematic review articles predominantly from peer‐reviewed journals from 2012 to 2019. However, as background, findings from classic articles prior to 2012 were also included. Clinical Relevance Assessment of sleep problems, excessive sleepiness, and difficulty performing activities or being productive should be routine in the care of all patients. Utilization of behavioral interventions, including cognitive behavioral therapy, in addition to education and sleep hygiene, can promote sleep quality. Management of insomnia, RLS/WED, and narcolepsy should include helping patients adjust to treatment, managing cataplexy triggers in narcolepsy, and initiating strategies to live with chronic illness to improve quality of life.

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“…Bireyler tarafından bu semptom genellikle bacaklarda engel olunamayan hareket ettirme isteği, acı, kaşıntı, yanma, karıncalanma, elektrik akımı şeklinde, çok ağrılı olmayan, ancak oldukça rahatsız edici bir his şeklinde ifade edilmektedir. 4,5 HBS, etiyolojisine göre primer (idiyopatik) ve sekonder (semptomatik) olarak 2 grupta sınıflandırılmaktadır. Primer HBS, sıklıkla genetik geçişli; sekonder HBS ise demir eksikliği anemisi, gebelik ve son dönem böbrek hastalığı (SDBH) gibi çeşitli hastalıklar sonucu ortaya çıkabilmektedir (Tablo 1).…”

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“…HBS'nin etiyolojisi tam olarak bilinmemekte, ancak santral sinir sisteminde dopamin dengesizliği ve demir eksikliğinden kaynaklandığı düşünülmektedir. 4,6,7 Genellikle yaşla birlikte artan ve kadınlarda daha yaygın olarak görülen HBS prevalansının toplumda görülme sıklığı %3,9-14,3 arasında değişmektedir. 8 Yapılan çalışmalarda; SDBH, Tip 2 diyabet, Parkinson, multipl skleroz, romatoid artrit gibi bazı hastalıklarda HBS'nin görülme sıklığının genel popülasyona göre daha sık görüldüğü saptanmıştır.…”

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Use of Complementary and Integrative (Integrated) Methods in Restless Legs Syndrome: Traditional Review

Döner¹,

Taşçı²

2022

J Tradit Complem Med

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Diagnosis of Restless Leg Syndrome (Willis-Ekbom Disease)

Cited by 16 publications

References 24 publications

Effect of massage therapy with lavender oil on severity of restless legs syndrome and quality of life in hemodialysis patients

Effect of massage therapy with lavender oil on severity of restless legs syndrome and quality of life in hemodialysis patients

Update on Research and Practices in Major Sleep Disorders: Part II—Insomnia, Willis‐Ekbom Disease (Restless Leg Syndrome), and Narcolepsy

Use of Complementary and Integrative (Integrated) Methods in Restless Legs Syndrome: Traditional Review

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