restless leg syndrome!!!is this it?

Question

i basically always feel like i have to strech out my legs ALL THE TIME. it is really annoying. sometimes my legs just like HAVE to strech because it is so annoying. this sounds stupid, but i cant tell when sometimes i stretch my legs fast, i cant tell if it is involuntary. IS THIS restless leg syndrome? ANSWER PLEASE!

Answer 1

Yes thats it. I used to get that sensation all the time, I had to go for a jog to settle it down. My legs needed to move and stretch.
Whats a little scary is its a VERY minor form of Parkinsons Disease. But It can go away, mine did.

Its a good reason to take up jogging or walking. Think of it as a motivation to get into shape. :-)

Answer 2

People with RLS have strange sensations in their legs (and sometimes arms) and an irresistible urge to move their legs to relieve the sensations. The sensations are difficult to describe: they are not painful, but an uncomfortable, "itchy," "pins and needles," or "creepy crawly" feeling deep in the legs. The sensations are usually worse at rest, especially when lying in bed. The sensations lead to walking discomfort, sleep deprivation, and stress.

RLS affects about 10% of the U.S. population. It affects both men and women and may begin at any age, even in infants and young children. Most people who are affected severely are middle-aged or older.

RLS is often unrecognized or misdiagnosed. In many people the condition it is not diagnosed until 10-20 years after symptoms begin. Once correctly diagnosed, RLS can often be treated successfully.

Answer 3

My mom used to have this feeling. So someone told her to get up and move around for a while. Or sit on a chair and swing ur legs back and forth that may work.

Answer 4

could be. i'm pretty sure i have it too. i get this feeling that i have to move and stretching is the only thing that helps.