Restless legs syndrome in children and adolescents

Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is imperfectly described in child and adolescent. As in adult, RLS is also on uncomfortable and irresistible urge to move his or her legs, usually happens at bedtime but con occur at other times, when the legs hove been inactive, such or when sitting still for a long period of time. Unfortunately, there is no specific test for RLS in children or adolescents. Diagnosis is mode based on clinical symptoms. A medical history and complete physical exam is conducted to rule out any other possible health problems. An overnight sleep study may be recommended to evaluate for other sleep disorders, especially periodic limb movement disorder. A relationship with Attention Deficit Disorder Hyperactivity is common, and treatment options claim to be studied, and moreover in both conditions.