Restless Legs Syndrome: Relief and Hope for Sleepless Victims of a Hidden Epidemic
by Robert Yoakum
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Author: Robert YoakumEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2006-04-25
ISBN: 0743280687
Number of pages: 256
Publisher: Touchstone
Book Reviews of Restless Legs Syndrome: Relief and Hope for Sleepless Victims of a Hidden Epidemic
Book Review: WISH I COULD GIVE THIS ONE MORE THAN FIVE STARS
Summary: 5 Stars
What a wonderful and informative work! This condition has evaded public notice for some time now and the many who suffer from this awful condition have been sort of floating out there, with little understanding, and in cases, little hope. My wife has suffered from this condition for several years,had no clue as to what it was, was absolutely miserable and, to be honest, had trouble even describing what she was going through. Fortunately, her long time physician was finally able to make a diagnoses and was able to offer some relief and help.
This work, by Robert H. Yoakum goes far in the explanation as to what she, and I, as her spouse, is dealing with. It cast much understanding on a little known subject. This book enlightens and encourages. It covers the long time misdiagnosis of this disease, the medical help available, suggestions on coping, hope, and clears up much false impressions which people have. It was interesting to not that people like Bill Mahr, the little twerp comedian seen on cable channels, even makes jokes about this "disease the drug companies made up to sell more drugs with."
I suppose there are other books out there on the subject but I doubt if any of them are more readable that this one. There are also many web sites addressing the subject, but you really cannot replace a good book for read information. This work offers the author's suggestions on sleep management and alternative rest options, how to enlist help from others, possible causes of this syndrome, criteria for diagnosis, medical advice and treatment options, the relationship of stress, dopamine and iron and finding and creating a restless legs syndrome support group.
I would strongly suggest that not only the sufferer of this condition read the book, but the spouse, family, etc. also give it a read...it goes quite far in building understanding, something that is sorely needed.
As I said, the book is quite readable, is an absolute wealth of information as to how to find other resources and is actually quite comforting as a read within its own right. I do highly recommend this one. There is more and more information being published ever day out there and this work is a great start for those newly diagnoses and for those family members of the newly diagnosed.
Summary of Restless Legs Syndrome: Relief and Hope for Sleepless Victims of a Hidden Epidemic
For decades, millions of people have experienced the irresistible urge to move their legs without understanding why. These disagreeable leg sensations get worse with inactivity, making sitting still and sleep painful and sometimes impossible. If you hold this book, you or someone you love has most likely lived with this constant discomfort, this agitated inability to rest -- restless legs syndrome. You are not alone.
According to the American Medical Association, 10 to 15 percent of adult Americans have the neurological disorder known as restless legs syndrome. This underdiagnosed and treatable condition can completely overwhelm a person's life, causing stress, sleep deprivation, career difficulties, and relationship strife. Author Robert Yoakum has suffered from
restless legs syndrome all of his adult life. In Restless Legs Syndrome, he has compiled a comprehensive resource on this disease, giving those afflicted with it a voice and creating a community. In addition, many of the foremost medical specialists in the field have
contributed their knowledge and experience to make this the most comprehensive and timely source of information on this disease.
Restless Legs Syndrome provides invaluable information for victims, their friends and loved ones, and health-care providers. Yoakum informs and advises readers on:
Yoakum combines empathy and understanding with practical, clear-cut information, and helpful stories from others who share their tales of relief and hope.
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