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Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) is a neurological condition that causes an uncontrollable urge to move your legs, often accompanied by discomfort, especially at night. While conventional treatments focus on managing symptoms, at Patients Medical in New York City, we go beyond symptom management. Our integrative approach combines conventional, holistic, and functional medicine to understand the root causes of your RLS and provide personalized, natural solutions to help you regain restful sleep and enhance your quality of life.
We treat the whole person—not just the legs.
RLS is a disorder that affects the nervous system, creating uncomfortable sensations in the legs and an irresistible urge to move them, typically during periods of inactivity or when lying down. These sensations are often described as crawling, tingling, pulling, or itching. Symptoms tend to worsen in the evening and can interfere with sleep, leading to fatigue and a diminished quality of life.
Functional medicine helps uncover the root causes of Restless Leg Syndrome, which may be connected to various underlying factors, including deficiencies, imbalances, and lifestyle factors. Some of the common root causes include:
Medications: Some medications, including antihistamines and antidepressants, can trigger RLS or worsen existing symptoms.
At Patients Medical, we use advanced diagnostic testing to understand what’s driving your RLS and personalize your treatment plan. These tests may include:
For individuals with RLS that worsen during pregnancy or other hormonal fluctuations, we address hormone imbalances with natural therapies such as:
Since stress can exacerbate RLS symptoms, we incorporate therapies designed to promote relaxation and reduce anxiety:
As sleep disruption is common with RLS, improving sleep hygiene and addressing underlying sleep disorders are key components of treatment. We offer:
Several herbal remedies and supplements have been shown to support dopamine production, reduce inflammation, and ease RLS symptoms. Common recommendations include:
All supplements are dosed and monitored by a physician to ensure safety and effectiveness.
A personalized nutritional plan can help alleviate the symptoms of RLS by addressing nutrient deficiencies and improving nerve function. Recommended dietary adjustments include:
Mark, age 47, came to us with worsening Restless Leg Syndrome, especially at night, which severely disrupted his sleep. He reported feeling “crawling” sensations in his legs that worsened after a long day at work. After extensive testing, we discovered that Mark had low iron levels and magnesium deficiency.
We developed a personalized plan for Mark, which included:
After two months, Mark reported a dramatic improvement in his RLS symptoms. His sleep quality improved significantly, and he felt more energized during the day.
RLS can be caused by iron deficiency, dopamine imbalance, peripheral neuropathy, and other factors such as stress and poor sleep.
Yes, RLS is a neurological disorder that affects the nervous system, causing an uncontrollable urge to move the legs due to uncomfortable sensations.
RLS is characterized by the urge to move the legs, especially at night, accompanied by uncomfortable sensations like crawling or tingling.
Yes, chronic stress can trigger or exacerbate RLS symptoms by overstimulating the nervous system and increasing cortisol levels.
Yes, RLS can be managed with natural remedies such as iron supplementation, magnesium, relaxation techniques, and acupuncture.
The duration of treatment depends on the underlying causes, but many patients experience improvement within a few weeks of starting treatment.
Yes, RLS can be linked to conditions such as diabetes, pregnancy, iron deficiency, and peripheral neuropathy.
Yes, low iron levels are a common cause of RLS, particularly in the brain, where iron is essential for dopamine production.
RLS may not be fully preventable, but managing stress, improving sleep quality, and addressing nutritional deficiencies can reduce symptoms.
Yes, we offer iron testing to determine if iron deficiency is contributing to your RLS symptoms.
Patients Medical specializes in gently helping the patient identify the root cause of their medical issues and then assist them to recover from their problems to help them move forward to good health.
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