Southern California Pulmonary and Sleep Disorders Medical Center (805-557-9930) announced updates to its treatments for restless limb syndrome (RLS).
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Patients at the Southern California Pulmonary and Sleep Disorders Medical Center can now receive new behavioral and medicinal treatments for RSL - a condition that causes uncomfortable sensations and an uncontrollable urge to move the legs or arms when people sit or lie down.
More details can be found at https://sleepmd4u.com/
The center’s Medical Director Dr. Popper explains that RLS may occur in up to 15% of the US population. It can begin at any age and symptoms typically increase in frequency or duration as individuals get older. Since the symptoms are triggered by attempting to rest or sleep, RLS is often associated with daytime fatigue or insomnia.
The Southern California Pulmonary and Sleep Disorders Medical Center offers treatment for both primary and secondary RLS. The former is considered idiopathic or with no known cause, while the latter is caused by a precipitating condition such as an iron, vitamin, or mineral deficiency, diabetes, neurologic disorders, kidney failure, or pregnancy.
The clinic also notes that certain medications like anti-depressants, antihistamines, anti-nausea medications, and central nervous system stimulants often used as first-line treatments for ADHD, can worsen RLS. Caffeine, tobacco, and alcohol consumption can also have a negative impact.
To determine and address an underlying medical condition causing RLS, Dr. Popper advises patients to consult their physician first. Following this, behavioral treatment plans may focus on exercise to improve blood flow, lifestyle changes, and self-care practices like soaking the affected limbs and massage to alleviate symptoms.
If these actions are not sufficient, the Southern California Pulmonary and Sleep Disorders Medical Center’s pharmacological approaches involve supplementing vitamins and minerals and various types of medication. These encompass dopamine antagonists, GABA receptors, analgesics, and sleep medicines.
Individuals with symptoms can complete The International Restless Limb Syndrome (IRLS) Rating Scale assessment via the website and will be contacted by the clinic.
In addition to RLS, the Southern California Pulmonary and Sleep Disorders Medical Center treats a wide range of sleep disorders. For example, it offers mask-free Bongo Rx Therapy and Inspire Therapy for OSA.
“It’s rare to find a doctor’s office where you have a consistently good experience with each visit and call,” said a satisfied patient. “Over the course of my time as a patient here, they have run tests, asked good questions, remained patient with me, and ultimately diagnosed and successfully treated a lifelong issue. My quality of life is remarkably improved.”
Interested parties can find more information about RLS treatment at the Southern California Pulmonary and Sleep Disorders Medical Center at https://sleepmd4u.com/
Contact Info:
Name: Ronald A. Popper, MD, FCCP, FAASM, DABSM
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Organization: Southern California Pulmonary and Sleep Disorders Medical Center
Address: 317 S. Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91361, United States
Phone: +1-805-557-9930
Website: https://sleepmd4u.com
Source: PressCable
Release ID: 89134636
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