Guest guest Posted December 5, 2002 Report Share Posted December 5, 2002 a: If you have already posted this please excuse me...I ran into this looking for something else and with all the posts on RLS I found it interesting...once again if it it is a repeat please excuse......Kathi in OK Prevalence of Periodic Limb Movement Disorder in Fibromyalgia Syndrome: A Controlled Study Category: 11 Soft tissue and regional musculoskeletal disease, fibromyalgia Muhammad B Yunus1, Fatma Inanici2, C Aldag1 1University of Illinois College of Medicine - Peoria, Peoria, IL;2Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey Presentation Number: 203 Poster Board Number: 203 Keywords: Fibromyalgia, Periodic limb movement disorder, Prevalence Introduction. Periodic limb movement disorder (PLMD) is characterized by periodic episodes of repetitive and stereotyped limb movements that occur during sleep. The frequency of an associated sleep disorder, restless legs syndrome, has been reported to be significantly higher in fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) than rheumatoid arthritis (RA) as well as normal controls (NC). However there are no published data on the prevalence of PLMD in FMS. Purpose. The purpose of our study was to determine the prevalence of PLMD in FMS. Methods. One hundred patients with FMS (by ACR criteria) , 88 NC and 75 with RA, all female, were evaluated by a protocol. All patients were newly and consecutively seen in outpatient clinic where NC were also evaluated with the same protocol. All questionnaires were self-reported. However, PLMD was clinically evaluated by a physician-administered questionnaire as follows: " If you have a sleep partner, has your partner ever told you that you move your legs in a same repetitive manner for a period of time? " All FMS symptoms were evaluated in 1-4 scales (none, mild, moderate and severe). Anxiety was assessed by Spielberger State and Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI-1 and 2), depression by Zung Self-reported Depression Scale (ZSDS) and stress by Hassles Scale (HS). For statistical analysis, data were dichotomized as moderate/severe as 'yes' and none/mild as 'no' and then subjected to Chi-square test. Relationships between PLMD and important FMS features among the FMS patients were evaluated by Mann-Whitney as well as Spearman rho tests. P value of 0.01 or less was accepted as significant. Results. Age (mean±SD in yrs) of the FMS, NC and RA groups were 46.1±10.9, 43.2±10.7 and 50.9±13.6, respectively with P values of 0.31 in FMS vs NC and 0.011 in FMS vs RA group. The prevalence of PLMD was 14% in FMS, 0% in NC and 9.3% in RA with a significant difference between FMS and NC (P<0.001), but no such difference between FMS and RA groups (P=0.48). There was no significant age difference between PLMD and No PMLD groups (P=0.11). PLMD group had significantly greater frequency of sleep that was rated to be poor as compared with the no PLMD group (71% vs 33%, P=0.008). PLMD was significantly correlated with a greater number of pain sites in lower extremity (P=0.01), but not with patient global severity (P=0.27), number of tender points (P=0.94), STAI-1 (P=0.014), STAI-2 (P=0.068), ZSDS (P= 0.16) or HS scores (P=0.41). Conclusion. This is the first report of prevalence of PLMD in FMS. PLMD was more common in FMS than in NC group, but its prevalence in FMS was not significantly different from RA. The prevalence of PLMD in our study is likely to be underestimated by the questionnaire we used; such a prevalence is better evaluated by polysomnographic studies which should be undertaken in the future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 5, 2002 Report Share Posted December 5, 2002 Kathi, Better to have something posted twice than not at all! a > a: If you have already posted this please excuse me...I ran into > this looking for something else and with all the posts on RLS I found > it interesting...once again if it it is a repeat please > excuse......Kathi in OK > > > > Prevalence of Periodic Limb Movement Disorder in Fibromyalgia > Syndrome: A Controlled Study Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 8, 2005 Report Share Posted June 8, 2005 Someone suggested bananas for restless legs. I have taken a banana every night for a week with no results. They are REALLY bad. Any other suggestions. It certainly doesn't help my chronic insomnia. mary For the Lord God helps Me; therefore have I not been ashamed or confounded. Therefore have I set My face like a flint, and I know that I shall not be put to shame. Isa 50:7 Discover Get on-the-go sports scores, stock quotes, news more. Check it out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 8, 2005 Report Share Posted June 8, 2005 Morning , I am so sorry you are suffering with this. Have you done searches? I do not have personal experience with this but maybe this site will offer you some help. I did not go into it in depth though. If you perhaps type in natural remedies for RLS and even change that request around abit, perhaps you can find something helpful. I know it is so much better getting feedback though from someone who has had experience with it. Good luck . I pray you find relief. Have a beautiful and blessed day Toni http://www.rlshelp.org Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 8, 2005 Report Share Posted June 8, 2005 Yes, I've tried something in that category. The problem itself is a sleep disorder that manifests itself in a very restless, creepy, crawly, can't keep the legs still feeling. It is absolutely miserable. maryToni <tone102@...> wrote: Hi , I was hoping maybe something in that site was natural. I live my life to search so I will continue looking about if you would like. I do believe that there are solutions for all problems out there if we perservere enough Have you checked into any of the "natural" products being offered out there such as all calm ? If they contain nothing synthethic then I would think it would certainly be worth a shot. Blessings, Toni I have searched many sites including the main one www.rls.org Everything involves some form of drug. I have tried many and none have worked more than a few weeks/months. I was hoping to find a more natural method that might help. Are there minerals missing that cause this? The RLS sites I have looked at are all looking for resolution through medicines. mary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 8, 2005 Report Share Posted June 8, 2005 , what's your diet consist of? Have you done any fasting or cleansing? These are important parts in healing... Herbs will help but they can do so much more if your eating properly (to heal) and getting rid of the toxins in your body. Suzi What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered. http://suziesgoats.wholefoodfarmacy.com/ Discover Have fun online with music videos, cool games, IM more. Check it out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 8, 2005 Report Share Posted June 8, 2005 , I don't know that I asked this before.. but when was the last time you fasted or cleansed? And what is your diet like? Foods, drinks, etc. Do you eat alot of greens? Suzi Reilly <setlikeflint@...> wrote: Someone suggested bananas for restless legs. I have taken a banana every night for a week with no results. They are REALLY bad. Any other suggestions. It certainly doesn't help my chronic insomnia. mary Suzi What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered. http://suziesgoats.wholefoodfarmacy.com/ Stay connected, organized, and protected. Take the tour Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 8, 2005 Report Share Posted June 8, 2005 I understand. Do you have to buy the herbs and make your own, and how do you combine them? Thanks. mJanelle Witter <janellewitter@...> wrote: Hi , I don't have RLS but I get muscle spasms andaches and pains that I can react to as if it were RLS(I hope that reads how I meant it). I will make teasof oatstraw, mullein, lobelia sometimes, peppermint,lavender, sometimes motherwort... these really soothethe nerves in my legs and ankles and I can get somesleep without antispasmodics and pain pills. Mighthelp with RLS, I don't know, but it would be worth atry. Janelle--- Reilly <setlikeflint@...> wrote:> > Someone suggested bananas for restless legs. I have> taken a banana every night for a week with no> results. They are REALLY bad. Any other> suggestions. It certainly doesn't help my chronic> insomnia.> > mary> > > > For the Lord God helps Me; therefore have I not been> ashamed or confounded. Therefore have I set My face> like a flint, and I know that I shall not be put to> shame. Isa 50:7> > > > ---------------------------------> Discover > Get on-the-go sports scores, stock quotes, news & > more. Check it out! __________________________________ Discover Stay in touch with email, IM, photo sharing and more. Check it out! http://discover./stayintouch.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 8, 2005 Report Share Posted June 8, 2005 I did a cleanse the end of May if a medical required fast counts. I haven't done an actual "fast" in quite a while.. I eat a lot of fruit, salads, grains, vegetables, cereal and cereal bars and yes, some have sugar in them. I do eat chocolate. I drink coffee (less than I used to and it is starting to not taste good anymore). I drink yerbamatte and other herbals, some water, but not enough, very little soda. My salads main ingredient are spring greens.Suzanne <suziesgoats@...> wrote: , I don't know that I asked this before.. but when was the last time you fasted or cleansed? And what is your diet like? Foods, drinks, etc. Do you eat alot of greens? Suzi Reilly <setlikeflint@...> wrote: Someone suggested bananas for restless legs. I have taken a banana every night for a week with no results. They are REALLY bad. Any other suggestions. It certainly doesn't help my chronic insomnia. mary Suzi What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered. http://suziesgoats.wholefoodfarmacy.com/ Stay connected, organized, and protected. Take the tour Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 8, 2005 Report Share Posted June 8, 2005 Ok, diet is pretty good... try to cut out or way down the chocolate.. more water...helps to flush the system.. what does a medical fast consist of?? Reilly <setlikeflint@...> wrote: I did a cleanse the end of May if a medical required fast counts. I haven't done an actual "fast" in quite a while.. I eat a lot of fruit, salads, grains, vegetables, cereal and cereal bars and yes, some have sugar in them. I do eat chocolate. I drink coffee (less than I used to and it is starting to not taste good anymore). I drink yerbamatte and other herbals, some water, but not enough, very little soda. My salads main ingredient are spring greens. Suzi What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered. http://suziesgoats.wholefoodfarmacy.com/ Discover Stay in touch with email, IM, photo sharing more. Check it out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 8, 2005 Report Share Posted June 8, 2005 I buy the herbs, some are growing outside, and make them up at the time -- like 1 part (good-sized pinch usually) of each. I go by nervines, the soothing ones, and it really does help. Some trial and error, of course. Use Dr. 's " School of Natural Healing " as my reference. Janelle --- Reilly <setlikeflint@...> wrote: > I understand. > > Do you have to buy the herbs and make your own, and > how do you combine them? > > Thanks. > > m > > Janelle Witter <janellewitter@...> wrote: > Hi , I don't have RLS but I get muscle spasms > and > aches and pains that I can react to as if it were > RLS > (I hope that reads how I meant it). I will make > teas > of oatstraw, mullein, lobelia sometimes, peppermint, > lavender, sometimes motherwort... these really > soothe > the nerves in my legs and ankles and I can get some > sleep without antispasmodics and pain pills. Might > help with RLS, I don't know, but it would be worth a > try. > > __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 20, 2007 Report Share Posted July 20, 2007 Hi, I just saw your post about RLS. Before all this mess started with my RA, I had RLS symptoms and that was way back before all these new fancy meds for RLS. My doctor prescribed Klonopin 1 mg at bedtime and believe it or not it worked. I realize it is normally used for anxiety (which I have a fair amount of anyway so it also helped with that mind racing thing when you go to bed), but it was originally prescribed for my RLS and I have always found it quite helpful. It is also soooo cheap. I know it is in the benzo family but I was told it was the mildest one with the least risks of addiction, etc. Good luck in your quest for good sleep. Tracie --------------------------------- Got a little couch potato? Check out fun summer activities for kids. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 21, 2007 Report Share Posted July 21, 2007 HI I've had RLS for several years, and it was never under good control until the doc put me on Requip. I have a severe case of it -- not only in my legs, but also in my arms and upper body, and it's 24/7. I take Requip 3 times a day, and it works great! I hope you also have a positive experience with it. Take care, > > Hi all. This is again. Just went to my pain doctor today. He > diagnosed me with restless leg syndrome. He prescibed Requip. I hope > it works. I don't get much sleep because my legs jitter all the time. > If anyone has this I would appreciate any feedback on how they are > dealing with it. I have read some books on Fibromyalgia and Chronic > Fatigue Syndrome, and it seems RLS is an off shoot from the fibro. > Hope all are doing well. > > Peace, > > Chris > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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