Venous reflux

[Averys-meema]

Has anyone ever heard of venous reflux being a possible cause of RLS.? I randomly came across a doctors page on the internet stating that it can be a cause and should be checked. Worth having an evaluation? I checked his credentials and he seems very legit. Thanks

[Hidden]

I believe venous reflux or venous insufficiency can contribute to RLS.

So yes it is worth checking.

Some people find compression stockings helpful.

[Averys-meema in reply to Hidden]

Thank you

[marigold60]

This is interesting. I had a blood clot in my leg years ago and issues since. I've also had rls for years originally taking pramipexole and replaced now by gabapentin. The rls is a lot more manageable now and I thought that might be due to a radical change in diet but I've also started using an exercise bike which must be helping the circulation in my legs, so maybe there's something in this

[Guitarpickin]

I have always thought my neurological issues were at least in part related to venous insufficiency, but when I asked my neurologist about it, he said no. Would you mind sharing the source of the internet document? I’d love to look into it further. Thanks for asking the question.

[1Ginge1]

Can you post the URL for that report?