How exercise affects blood in restless legs syndrome
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial studies how a single session of exercise changes blood markers in people with restless legs syndrome (RLS) who are not currently being treated. If you have moderate to severe RLS and are not regularly active, this study may help us understand how exercise affects your condition.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have been diagnosed with restless legs syndrome (RLS).
- Your RLS symptoms are moderate to severe (score higher than 15 on a standard rating scale).
- You are not currently taking any medication for RLS.
- You are not regularly active (less than 30 minutes of activity on most days for the last 6 months).
- You can walk without a cane, walker, or wheelchair.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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