How Leg and Limb Movements Can Result in Sleep Issues
There are lots reasons behind a lack of sleep. But two of them have to do when someones arms and legs start to twitch uncontrollably. This occurs when they are trying to fall asleep or after they have fallen asleep the sporadic movement of their limbs wakes them up.
This agitated state can be either Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) or Periodic Limb Movement Disorder (PLMB).
Below are a few facts about both of these problems along with some helpful information on ways to control them if you suspect one of these may be the cause of your sleep deprivation.
Restless Leg Syndrome: This is a sleep disorder in which your legs sometimes move uncontrollably with twitches and jerking or your legs are in such an un-relaxed state with charlie-horse like feelings that the only thing you can do is by shifting them around. By shifting your legs it eradicates the bad feeling or discomfort. However when you relax after a short time or try to fall asleep, the feeling returns.
A person knows if they have RLS if they noticed a they need to move their legs suddenly or because they feel jittery, a hot feeling on their legs or like a strange feeling as if something is moving along their legs. This feeling could occur while resting on your back or sitting in a chair and if you move your legs and these odd feelings go away, then the chances are high that you suffer from Restless Leg Syndrome.
Periodic Limb Movement Disorder (or Syndrome): This is when your legs and/or your arms involuntarily move about while you are sleeping. Sometimes a person awakens when this happens and if there is a sleeping partner in the bed, it often disrupts their sleep as well. Often people with RLS also suffer from PLMD.
Periodic Limb Movement Disorder happens at odd intervals during one’s life and can happen at any age. However it is mainly older people who suffer the most. There are two types of PLMD, primary and secondary.
Taking sleeping tablets can help with RLS but you should also be careful and do your research on things like Ambien side effects to fully appreciate any ‘possible’ complications through over use.
Important Note: This article is for information purposes only and is NOT medical advice. You should consult your doctor if you have concerns over your health or before you take any sleeping aids.