Restless Legs Syndrome

Vein Disease

Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) is often the unexplained desire or uncontrollable urge to move the legs. People explain this as tingling, itching, burning or throbbing that usually happen in the legs but can also affect the chest, arms and face. The sensations can be mild or severe and are usually worse during the night and the evening. The feelings can sometimes be relieved by rubbing or moving the legs.

While there is often no physical reason for RLS, this is not the case when RLS is combined with varicose veins. Varicose veins can cause achy legs, especially at the end of the day or at night. This often translates into RLS in an attempt to alleviate the discomfort. Sometimes, removal of those varicose veins is the answer for eliminating RLS. If you don’t see varicose veins on the surface but suffer from RLS, especially when combined with other symptoms such as leg pain, heaviness, cramps or fatigue, you may be dealing with varicose veins deep under the skin. These veins can cause more significant problems, which is why it is important to visit with your doctor about any RLS issues you are experiencing.

Physicians at Physicians Vein Clinics can perform minimally invasive outpatient procedures to help you reduce or eliminate varicose veins, which will also alleviate many of your other symptoms, including RLS.

There are many different symptoms of vein disease. Learn more about the other symptoms you may experience with venous insufficiency.

Other Symptoms: Phlebitis, Eczema, Ulcers of the Skin, Itching & Burning, Discoloration, Leg Aching, Ankle Swelling, Varicose Veins, Spider Veins

What to Expect at Your First Visit

Medical History Review and exam.

Diagnosis of vein issues and treatment options.

Dr. Hansen will visit with you to come up with a treatment plan that is best for you.