Periodic Limb Movement Disorder (cont.)
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Wayne E Anderson, DO
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Selim R Benbadis, MD
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Synonyms and Keywordsleg jerking, nighttime kicking, nighttime leg movements, nocturnal myoclonus, periodic leg movements during sleep, PLMD, restless legs syndrome, sleep disorder, parasomnias, daytime sleepiness, myoclonus, periodic limb movement disorder, disorders that disrupt sleep, disrupted sleep, insomnia Viewer Comments & ReviewsPeriodic Limb Movement Disorder - DiagnosisThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:How was your periodic limb movement disorder diagnosed? |
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Periodic limb movement (PLM) disorder is unique in that the movements occur during sleep.
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