SleepShred
Restless Legs Screen
Restless legs syndrome (IRLSSG essential criteria)
The questions · 5
- Do you have an urge to move your legs, usually with uncomfortable or unpleasant sensations in the legs?
- Does the urge begin or worsen during rest or inactivity (lying down or sitting)?
- Is the urge partially or totally relieved by movement (walking, stretching), at least while the movement continues?
- Is the urge worse in the evening or night than during the day (or only occurs then)?
- Could these symptoms be explained solely by another condition (leg cramps, positional discomfort, arthritis, habitual foot tapping)?
How scores are read
You do not meet the essential criteria for RLS.
Next step: No action. If leg discomfort disturbs sleep anyway, mention it to your doctor.
You meet most criteria — or the symptoms may be explained by another condition.
Next step: Discuss with your doctor; ask about ferritin/iron levels, which are commonly low in RLS.
You meet all four essential criteria and no obvious mimic. RLS is treatable.
Next step: See your doctor. Ask for ferritin/iron testing and a discussion of RLS treatment options.
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Frequently asked questions
What does my Restless Legs Screen score mean?
You do not meet the essential criteria for RLS.
Is the Restless Legs Screen questionnaire free?
Yes — all five screening questionnaires are included in SleepShred, scored automatically, with your history kept on your iPhone.
Is SleepShred free?
No. SleepShred Pro is $4.99 per month or $29.99 per year, with no free trial and no ads. Everything stays on your iPhone.
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Get SleepShred for iPhoneEducational summary of published research, not medical advice. Screening scores are not diagnoses. If a score is elevated or you feel unwell, talk to a clinician.