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Do i have restless leg syndrome if i kick like i am startled when first falling asleep?

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No: Sudden jerky movement just before falling sleep is a normal phenomenon. Restless leg syndrome is just that restlessness usually relieved with activity and recurring with rest.

Dr Holmes agreed

Answered 10/4/2016

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Dr. Marcel Hungs answered

Specializes in Neurology

Hypnic jerks: The movements described are called hypnic jerks ANS not rls.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/3/2016

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