Periodic Limb Movement Disorder Directory
Periodic limb movement disorder is a condition in which a person's legs and sometimes arms move uncontrollably during sleep -- without having restless legs syndrome. Underlying causes of the condition may be sleep apnea, iron deficiency anemia, a thyroid problem, or infection. A detailed medical examination and polysomnography, a sleep lab test, can help confirm a diagnosis of periodic limb movement disorder. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about periodic limb movement disorder, its causes, symptoms, treatment, and much more.
Medical Reference
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What Is Restless Legs Syndrome?
WebMD explains restless legs syndrome (RLS), a disorder of the part of the nervous system that affects movement of the legs and is also considered a sleep disorder.
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Treatments for Restless Legs Syndrome
WebMD provides an overview of treatments for restless legs syndrome, including medications and lifestyle solutions.
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Periodic Limb Movement Disorder
Periodic limb movement disorder (PLMD), the only movement disorder that occurs only during sleep, is repetitive cramping or jerking of the legs during sleep.
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Drugs for Periodic Limb Movement Disorder
Learn about the medications used to treat periodic limb movement disorder.
Features
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Real Solutions to Real Sleep Problems
WebMD's sleep expert helps three real women solve their very real sleep problems.
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Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) and Sleep: 5 Changes That May Help
WebMD talks to experts about how to sleep better if you have Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS).
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Natural Sleep Aids
Understand how natural sleep aids work – and how well they fight insomnia.
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What's Causing You to Be Sleepy?
Are you sleepy all the time? Find out what could be causing your excessive sleepiness, from working shifts to an underlying sleep disorder.