Questions to Ask Your Doctor about Restless Legs Syndrome

• What type of restless legs syndrome do I have (secondary or idiopathic)?
• What is the first-line treatment for my restless legs syndrome?
• Do I have periodic limb movements and what can I do about them?
• What are my treatment options for restless legs syndrome?
• What are the risk factors associated with each treatment?
• What is the schedule for monitoring side effects of my medication? Under what circumstances should I contact you?
• What should I expect as restless legs syndrome intensifies with age? Is the progression rapid or can it take a long time?
• Do you have any educational materials about sleep hygiene?
• Do you have any suggestions about how I can improve my sleep habits?
• What types of lifestyle modifications would you recommend that may help to better control my restless legs syndrome symptoms?
• Are there any local support groups for patients with restless legs syndrome?