When I was tested they found that I also had a significant amount of leg movement. So the doctor ordered some blood work. He said it could mean that I might be a little anemic or even kidney disease can cause RLS. But I'm trying not to worry about it.

Did anyone elses sleep study show RLS?

Cindy

My study showed 201 leg movements. This is PLMD (periodic limb movement disorder), not RLS. All my bloodwork was fine, so I'll probably be put on some medication because that is part of what is causing the arousals at night. I not aware of any movement.

Hi Cindy,

Leg movement during sleep of us apenics generally have one of two causes:

1.  Kicking during apneic/hypoxic events.  In this case, the kicking settles down as apneic/hypoxic events are eliminated with a CPAP.  It is my assumption that leg movement in this case is a part of the unsuccessful effort to breath.

2.  Periodic Limb Movement Disorder (PLMD).  This is a neurological disorder which occurs during sleep.  PLMD is related to Restless Legs Syndrome which is what they call it when your legs are jumpy and need to move when awake.  PLMD is exascerbated by an iron deficiency, so if you have PLMD, your doc. should order a CBC (Complete Blood Count) to make sure you are not anemic and your hemoglobin level is normal (which I see they have done).  I have both RLS and PLMS and was not aware of the PLMS until it was detected during a sleep study.  At least one other frequent poster has had the same experience.  I take a very low dose of an anti-Parkinson's drug and iron pills.  The anti-Parkinson's drug completely eliminates my PLMD as seen by a follow-up sleep study (it is totally out of control without the meds).  It isn't anything to worry about because it doesn't totally muck up your system like OSA, but it is disruptive to sleep and so needs to be treated.  
Vicki


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That which does not kill you makes you stronger-Friedrich Nietzsche
Friedrich must of had apnea.