Journal of Sleep Disorders & Therapy
Open Access
ISSN: 2167-0277
+44 1478 350008
ISSN: 2167-0277
+44 1478 350008
MD, Center for Sleep Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
Research Article
Electrical Stimulation via the Scrambler Device as a Treatment for Refractory Restless Legs Syndrome/Willis Ekbom Disease
Author(s): Melissa C Lipford*, Carrie O’Neill, Kayla Eibner, Sue Donlinger, Daniel L Herold, Timothy I Morgenthaler and Charles L Loprinzi
Study objectives: To evaluate, in a pilot fashion, efficacy and tolerability of electrical counter-stimulation using the Scrambler device in alleviating discomfort and urge to move in patients with medically refractory restless legs syndrome/Willis Ekbom Disease (RLS/WED).
Methods: Eligible patients had moderate to very severe RLS/WED symptoms for ≥ 3 months, based on the International Restless Legs Syndrome Study Group (IRLS) Rating Scale. Subjects were treated with Scrambler Therapy for up to ten daily 1-2 hour sessions. Symptoms were monitored using the IRLS as well as questionnaires regarding daily symptoms and global impression of change. Questionnaires were administered at baseline, during therapy, and one-week after the last Scrambler session. Subjects were also queried regarding any adverse effects.
Results:.. View More»
DOI:
10.35248/2167-0277.20.9.318