• 대한간호학회지
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• 제41권3호
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• pp.344-353
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• 2011

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to compare the quality of sleep with the serum lipid profile in patients who have restless legs syndrome (RLS). Methods: The data were obtained from 116 patients with RLS through questionnaires and blood sampling. Results: The results of this study showed correlations between lower quality of sleep and serum lipid profile (LDL Cholesterol) in patients with RLS (r=.19, p=.040). There were correlations for scores of quality of sleep from the, Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) sub-region between lower subjective sleep quality and serum lipid profile (LDL Cholesterol) (r=.20, p=.026), between fewer hours of sleep duration and serum lipid profile (Total Cholesterol) (r=-.21, p=.024), and, between higher daytime dysfunction and serum lipid profile (LDL Cholesterol) (r=.42, p<.001) of patients with RLS. Conclusion: Pati-ents with RLS have sleep disorders with lower quality of sleep and changes in the serum lipid profile for total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol. That is, patients with RLS have lower quality of sleep and dyslipidemia compared to persons without RLS. Further research is needed to monitor serum the lipid profile in early stage symptoms of midlife adult patients with RLS and especially older women.

• 동의신경정신과학회지
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• 제26권4호
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• pp.357-364
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• 2015

Objectives: The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of Korean medical treatment for Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS). Methods: We examined the effects of Korean medical treatment for patients with RLS who visited the neuropsychiatric clinic of Korean medicine. We treated the patient with herbal-medication, acupuncture, oriental psychotherapy. IRLS, STAI-X1,X2, BDI-2, BAI, STAXI-S,T were compared before and after 4 and 8 weeks of treatment to determine whether the symptoms and mood of patients were improved. Results: After 4 weeks treatment (n=13), STAI-X1,X2, BDI-2, BAI, STAXI-S scores increased significantly; whereas, IRLS and STAXI-T scores decreased. After 8 weeks treatment (n=8), IRLS, STAI-X1,X2, BDI-2, BAI scores increased significantly; whereas, STAXI-S scores decreased.Conclusions The treatment of RLS with Korean medicine was clinically efficient and resulted in improvement of the symptoms as well as psychological problems.

• Journal of Acupuncture Research
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• 제40권4호
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• pp.308-318
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• 2023

To determine the effectiveness of acupuncture in treating restless legs syndrome (RLS), we conducted a literature review of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) that utilized acupuncture as an intervention for patients diagnosed with RLS. Relevant clinical studies (n = 158) from seven databases (the Cochrane Library, PubMed, Embase, CNKI, KISS, RISS, and OASIS) were included based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria and analyzed. Moreover, 6 RCTs were selected for review. In all six studies, it was indicated people who underwent acupuncture treatment showed significant improvements in their overall health. An increase in the treatment efficacy rate, sleep quality, and quality of life indicators after the acupuncture treatment was confirmed. The severity of pain as assessed using the visual analog scale (VAS) scores and International RLS Study Group Rating Scale (IRLSRS) scores and the severity of RLS symptoms were significantly reduced. Any significant side effects were not reported. Acupuncture is suggested as an effective and safe treatment method for RLS. However, further large-scale RCT studies are needed to confirm our findings.

• 수면정신생리
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• 제20권1호
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• pp.35-40
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• 2013

목 적: 임상실제에서 하지불안증후군(restless legs syndrome, RLS) 환자들의 수면다원검사 결과의 특징과 약물치료의 현황을 자연적인 후향성 연구로 조사하는 것이다. 방 법: 임상적으로 RLS의 진단기준을 만족하며 수면다원검사를 시행 받고 치료받은 18세 이상 환자들의 의무기록을 검토하여 분석하였다. 대상자들에 대해 초진시 International Restless Legs Syndrome Study Group(IRLSSG)의 4가지 진단기준과 국제하지불안척도(International Restless Legs Scale, IRLS)를 평가하고 야간수면다원검사와 제안부동검사(suggested immobilization test, SIT)를 시행하였고, 도파민효현제로 한 달간 약물치료 후 IRLS를 재평가하였다. 결 과: 분석에 포함된 총 대상자수는 211명으로 남자가 94명(44.5%), 여자가 117명(55.5%)이었고 평균연령은 46.9세였다. 폐쇄성수면무호흡증이 136명(64.5%), PLMD가 53명(25.1%)에서 동반되어 다른 수면장애를 동반한 환자의 수는 185명(87.7%)이었다. 수면다원검사결과 수면효율은 78.0%, 수면중각성시간(wake after sleep onset)는 86.8분, N3는 3.4%였다. 평균 무호흡저호흡지수(apnea hypopnea index)는 시간당 12.4회, PLMS는 시간당 14.8회, SIT 중 PLMW는 시간당 41.2회였다. 수면중 총 각성지수는 시간당 21.6회였다. 전체 환자 중 ropinirole을 복용한 환자는 149명(70.6%), pramipexole을 복용한 환자수는 47명(22.3%)이었고 ropinirole은 평균 0.9 mg(용량범위 0.125~5 mg), pramipexole은 평균 0.5 mg(용량범위 0.125~4 mg)을 사용하였다. Ropinirole의 용량은 연령과 유의한 양의 상관관계를 보였고(r=0.25, p=0.002), IRLS와도 유의한 양의 상관관계를 보였다(r=0.23, p=0.038). IRLS는 초진시 24.9점에서 1달 뒤 13.4점으로 감소하였다. 결 론: 본 연구의 분석결과 임상적으로 RLS 진단이 가능한 환자 중에 다른 수면장애를 동반하는 경우가 대다수였다. PLMD에 해당되는 사람은 25.1%로 기존 보고보다 적었고 평균 PLMS도 시간당 14.8회로 높지 않았다. 사용하는 도파민효현제의 용량은 한국에서 허가용량으로 승인받은 용량보다 더 높은 경우가 많았다. 향후 이 주제에 대한 전향적이고 통제된 대규모의 연구가 필요하다.

• 수면정신생리
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• 제14권2호
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• pp.99-106
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• 2007

목 적：혈액투석을 받고 있는 만성신부전 환자들에서 하지불안증후군(restless legs syndrome, RLS)의 발생빈도와 삶의 질과의 관계에 대한 연관성을 평가하는 것을 목적으로 하였다. 방 법：고대안암병원 인공신장실에서 만성신부전증으로 혈액투석 중인 83명의 환자들을 대상으로 직접 면담과 설문지를 통해 International Restless Legs Syndrome Study Group(IRLSSG) 진단기준에 합당한 지를 검사하였고 International Restless Legs Scale(IRLS), Athens insomnia scale(AIS), Epworth sleepiness scale(ESS), Medical Outcome Study Short Form-36(SF-36)을 설문지를 통해 측정하였다. 또한 각 환자들의 정신적 상태와 우울증에 대한 선별을 위해 Clinical Global Impression(CGI)와 Hamilton Depression Rating Scale(HDRS)을 시행하였다. 결 과：31명(37.3%)이 IRLSSG 진단기준에 합당한 RLS 환자로 판명이 되었고 RLS 증상을 가지는 환자들은 51.8%에 이르렀다. RLS로 판정된 경우에는 높은 AIS, ESS, HDRS, CGI 점수와 통계적으로 유의한 관련성이 있었다. 또한 RLS 환자로 판정된 경우 낮은 SF-36 총점, 신체적 정신적 요소 점수를 보였고 특히 세부항목으로는 낮은 신체적 역할 제한, 전반적인 건강상태, 신체적 역할제한, 정신적 역할제한, 정신건강 점수와 통계적으로 유의한 관련성이 있었다. 결 론：혈액투석을 하는 만성신부전 환자에서 높은 RLS 유병률을 보이고 있다. RLS를 동반한 경우는 동반하지 않은 경우보다 전반적인 삶의 질의 저하를 보였고 세부적으로는 역할의 제한, 전반적인 건강 및 정신건강 상태 항목에서의 저하가 뚜렷하게 나타났다.

• 수면정신생리
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• 제8권1호
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• pp.18-21
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• 2001

The change of sleep pattern is one of the most often altered normal physiological functions in elderly people. Besides normal change of sleep, insomnia and sleep apnea syndrome (SAS) are (one of) the main complaints. In addition, parasomnia is also frequent in this age group. Several parasomnias frequently found in the elderly are reviewed. Periodic limb movements in sleep (PLMS), restless legs syndrome (RLS), and REM sleep behavior disorder are the most frequent parasomnias in old age. Most parasomnias could be diagnosed by polysomnography, and be treated easily. Therefore, early and precise diagnosis and management for parasomnia in aging people are needed.

• 대한한방내과학회지
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• 제37권5호
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• pp.717-725
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• 2016

Objective: To report the effect of oriental medical treatment on post spinal surgery syndrome (PSSS) in restless leg syndrome (RLS). Methods: We treated this patient with oriental medicine and measured his progress using a Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI), and the International Restless Leg Scale (IRLS). Results: After treatment, most symptoms had decreased: the VAS score dropped from 6 to 3, ODI from 22 to 14, and IRLS from 34 to 20. Conclusions: Oriental medicine may be effective in alleviating PSSS and RLS. However, more rigorous studies are required to identify exactly what treatment is more efficient for PSSS and RLS.

• Clinical and Experimental Pediatrics
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• 제57권7호
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• pp.317-322
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• 2014

Purpose: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common disorder in school-aged children. Patients with restless legs syndrome (RLS) often present with ADHD symptoms and vice versa. This study was the first to attempt to identify the prevalence of RLS and sleep problems in children with ADHD in Korea. Methods: Patients diagnosed with ADHD were asked to complete a sleep questionnaire. The sleep questionnaire included items to help identify the presence of four typical symptoms that are used as diagnostic criteria for RLS. Results: A total of 56 patients, including 51 boys and 5 girls (mean age, 10.7 years old) participated. Of these, 24 complained of pain, discomfort, or an unpleasant sensation in the legs. Based on the RLS diagnostic criteria, 2 patients were diagnosed with definite RLS and 4 with probable RLS. There were no significant differences in age, medication dosage, or neuropsychological test scores between the patients with and without RLS symptoms. Conclusion: Approximately 42.9% of patients with ADHD presented with RLS symptoms and 7.1% of these were diagnosed with RLS. Patients with ADHD also experienced various other sleep disorders. Thus, appropriate assessment and treatment for sleep disorders in patients with ADHD is essential.

• Annals of Clinical Neurophysiology
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• 제9권2호
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• pp.75-80
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• 2007

Background: While restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a common disorder, many patients are still remained undiagnosed and clinical data on Asian RLS patients is still limited in amount. Thus, we aimed to describe the clinical spectrum of Korean patients with RLS. Methods: We assessed the clinical characteristics of 77 consecutive RLS patients (43 men, mean age $59.1{\pm}14.9years$; 34 women, mean age $59.3{\pm}14.7years$) followed up by us for at least one and a half years. Results: The mean age at onset of symptoms was $56.4{\pm}14.1$. Two patients (2.6%) developed RLS before the age of 20 years (early-onset RLS). In 44 patients (57.1%), no underlying cause of RLS was found (idiopathic RLS). Family history for RLS was positive only in two (4.5%) of the 44 idiopathic RLS patients. The mean age of patients with idiopathic RLS was $56.8{\pm}13.1$ and that of patients with symptomatic RLS was $60.9{\pm}14.3$. However, there was no statistically significant difference between two groups (p=0.196). All patients complained sensory and motor symptoms in legs, and additional patients (14.3%) also had symptoms in arms. Two significant complications of long-term treatment with dopaminergic agents, namely augmentation and rebound of symptoms, were only reported in two patients. No patient had been diagnosed as RLS before evaluated by us. Conclusions: Our study had some limitations because limited number of patients was enrolled during a fixed period of follow-up in single third referral hospital. However, our findings suggest there are differences in the clinical characteristics of RLS and long-term responses to dopaminergic agents between patients in Korea and western countries.

• Clinical and Experimental Pediatrics
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• 제51권11호
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• pp.1222-1227
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• 2008

하지 불안증후군은 다리의 감각 둔화와 감각이상을 호소하며, 쉬고 있을 때 악화되고 움직이면 완화되는 특징을 보이는 증후군이다. 정확한 원인은 아직 알려진 바 없으며 아동기 시작되는 하지 불안증후군은 철분 결핍 및 가족력과 연관된 것으로 되어 있다. 또한 하지 불안증후군은 주의력 결핍 과잉행동 장애를 흔히 동반하며, 수면 다원 검사로 확진되는 주기성 사지 운동증과 같은 선상의 질병으로 여겨진다. 저자들은 하지 통증을 호소하는 5세 남아에서 어머니의 가족력을 발견하고 주의력 결핍 장애의 증상을 동반하며 수면 다원 검사로 진단된 경도의 주기성 사지 운동증으로 확진한 하지 불안 증후군을 진단하고 철분제 복용 후 증상 호전을 보인 사례를 경험하였기에 이를 보고하며, 성장통으로 내원하는 아이들에서 하지 불안 증후군을 감별할 것을 제안하는 바이다.