How Peculiar Body Movements Can Cause Sleep Problems
There are plenty of reasons behind a lack of sleep. But two of them have to do with a person’s arms and legs jerking and twitching uncontrollably. This happens as they are falling off to sleep or after they have fallen asleep the sporadic movement of their limbs causes them to awaken.
This restless state can be either Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) or Periodic Limb Movement Disorder (PLMB).
The information below explains about both of these disorders along with some useful information on how to treat them if you suspect one of these may be the cause of your sleep deprivation.
Restless Leg Syndrome: This is an uncomfortable sleeping related issue where your legs and arms can twitch quite violently or your legs are so uncomfortable with charlie-horse like feelings that the only thing you can do is by moving them. By moving your legs it eliminates the bad feeling or discomfort. However when you relax after a short time or try to fall asleep, the sensation returns.
A person knows if they suffer from RLS if they noticed a sudden urge to move their legs 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 you might have 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 someone else is also in the bed, it will certainly disrupt their sleep too. Often people with RLS also suffer from PLMD.
PLMD occurs at odd times 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.
Getting a good nights sleep can be helped by using non-prescription over the counter sleeping pills.
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.
