Spinal cord stimulation for severe restless legs syndrome
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a device that sends mild electrical pulses to the spinal cord can reduce the symptoms of restless legs syndrome (RLS) in people who have not gotten enough relief from medications. If successful, it could offer a new treatment option for severe RLS.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have been diagnosed with restless legs syndrome (RLS) and have severe symptoms (score of 21 or higher on a standard RLS severity scale).
- Your RLS symptoms occur at least 3 nights per week.
- Standard RLS medications have not worked well enough for you.
- You do not have certain other conditions (like severe nerve damage, Parkinson's disease, or multiple sclerosis).
- You are willing to follow the study procedures and give informed consent.
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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