Jimmy Legs (other)
The term jimmy legs may refer to one of the following: * Naval slang for the chief petty officer aboard a man-of-war, Master at arms * Periodic limb movement disorder, the involuntary movement of limbs during sleep * Restless legs syndrome, an urge to move one's limbs to alleviate uncomfortable sensations {{disambig ...
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Periodic Limb Movement Disorder
Periodic limb movement disorder (PLMD) is a sleep disorder where the patient moves Limb (anatomy), limbs involuntarily and periodically during sleep, and has symptoms or problems related to the movement. PLMD should not be confused with restless legs syndrome (RLS), which is characterized by a voluntary response to an urge to move legs due to discomfort. PLMD on the other hand is involuntary, and the patient is often unaware of these movements altogether. Periodic limb movements (PLMs) occurring during daytime period can be found but are considered as a symptom of RLS; only PLMs during sleep can suggest a diagnosis of PLMD. Periodic limb movement disorder is characterized by recurrent episodes of frequent limb movements while sleeping. It mostly happens in the lower parts of the body like the toes, ankles, knees and hips. It can also, in some cases, appear in the upper extremities of the body. These movements can lead the patient to wake up, and if so, sleep interruption can be the ...
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