Restless Legs - Feel the URGE

Explore the intricacies of Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) in this informative physician grand rounds presentation by Dr. Eddie Clemmons, a neurologist from McFarland Clinic. Delve into the history of RLS, also known as Willis-Ekbom Disease, and gain a clear understanding of what RLS is and isn't. Learn about the prevalence, consequences, and severity scale of this condition. Discover the underlying causes and important neural pathways involved in RLS. Examine available treatment options, including strategies for managing augmentation, and understand the clinical factors that influence treatment choices. Gain insights into the prognosis for RLS patients and equip yourself with comprehensive knowledge to better understand and address this often misunderstood neurological disorder.

Intro
Objectives
History of RLS/Willis-Ekbom Disease
Thomas Willis Description
What IS NOT RLS?
What is RLS?
Other Factors Influencing RLS Prevalence
Consequences of RLS
Severity Scale - IRLSRS
What causes RLS?
Why are those pathways important?
What is Available for Treatment?
Managing Augmentation
How Do We Choose?
Clinical Factors Impacting Treatment
What's the Prognosis?