Why does a child kick the bed. restless leg syndrome

restless leg syndrome(RLS) is characterized by unpleasant sensations that are difficult for the patient to describe. It can be a feeling of crawling, itching, and in order to get rid of them, the patient is forced to move his legs. Occasionally, such violations are noted in the hands. Characteristically, the symptoms are noted only at rest and completely disappear when moving, for example, when extending the limbs, rubbing or walking.

In patients, suffering from this disorder, it is extremely difficult to stay still in bed and fall asleep. Dysesthesias and the need to move the legs are most pronounced at night and often lead to sleep disturbance. Many patients also complain of severe dysesthesias and twitching of the legs during the night, after which it is difficult for them to sleep. The severity of symptoms varies. Patients may experience spontaneous remissions and pronounced exacerbations, regardless of external factors.

In most patients, suffering from restless legs syndrome, periodic leg movements during sleep (RPNS) are also noted. However, PDNS can develop in isolation, outside of RLS. They are characterized by stereotyped repetitive rhythmic leg movements (lasting 0.5-5.0 seconds with an interval between movements of 20-40 seconds). Usually this is the dorsiflexion of the foot. Sometimes the same phenomena are observed in the hands. Usually the frequency of PNMS is higher in the first half of the night, but movements can also be observed throughout sleep.

In some cases, movement lead to the awakening of the patient, and if there are many of them, then night sleep is disturbed, which leads to drowsiness during the day. The prevalence of PDNS increases with age. So, 5% of people under the age of 50 and 44% of people over 65 suffer from them.

In most patients, suffering from restless leg syndrome and PDNS, the etiology of the disorders is unclear. Therefore, they are considered idiopathic. Familial cases of RLS are not uncommon. Both RLS and PDNS can be observed in anemia: iron deficiency, folic acid deficiency or vitamin B12 deficiency, as well as in patients with neuropathies, myelopathy, rheumatoid arthritis, thyroid dysfunction and uremia. Therefore, with PDNS, it is necessary to exclude the above conditions and appoint consultations of relevant specialists.

Treatment of restless leg syndrome.

Exists three main drug classes, which have proven effective in the treatment of restless leg syndrome and PNMS. These are benzodiazepines, dopaminergics and opiates. From the group of benzodiazepines, clonazepam, nitrazepam lorazepam and temazepam are used. They improve the quality of nighttime sleep in patients with RLS and PDNS. The most widely used is clonazepam. Its therapeutic effect is mainly associated with a decrease in the number of nocturnal awakenings due to leg movements. The initial dose of clonazepam for the treatment of PDNS is usually 0.5-1.0 mg at night. In the treatment of RLS, additional doses of the drug taken during the day may be required.

Benzodiazepines may exacerbate sleep apnea, especially in the elderly.
There is data to support effectiveness of L-dopa preparations for the treatment of restless legs syndrome and PDNS. At the beginning of carbidopa / levodopa therapy, a dose of 25 mg carbidoma / 100 mg levodopa is prescribed at night, then gradually increased until a therapeutic effect is achieved. As a rule, a dose of 50 mg carbidopa/200 mg levodopa is sufficient to completely control RLS and PNMS. Treatment with long-acting carbidopa/levodopa (sinemet CR) may cause a rebound phenomenon. Side effects of carbidopa/levodopa treatment are minimal, with the exception of the rebound phenomenon mentioned, which consists of the appearance of symptoms of dysesthesia and involuntary movements of the limbs during the day.

To combat this phenomenon daytime combined use of carbidopa/levodopa and benzodiazepines may help. Dyskinesias associated with long-term treatment with L-dopa, which are common in patients with Parkinson's disease, are uncommon in patients with RLS and PDNS. Bromocriptine and other dopaminergic agents are also effective treatments for these conditions.

Opioids very effective in the treatment of restless leg syndrome and PDNS. However, the risk of addiction and dependence limits their clinical use. In severe cases, with the ineffectiveness of other drugs, short-term therapy with narcotic drugs is prescribed. Other possible treatments include carbamazepine, clonidine, and baclofen.

Hear a knock on the door: a sign of your tense expectation.

If in reality you do not expect any special events, then a knock: this is a reflection of your deepest premonitions that something should happen soon.

At the same time, if in your dream you never saw a knocker, this indicates that your expectations are either premature or in vain. The dream invites you to relax and calm down.

A knock on a wall or a window heard in a dream suggests that some extraneous events or rumors can confuse you and distract you from current affairs.

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Dream Interpretation - Legs

Seeing your legs beautiful and slender in a dream means that good luck in business awaits you, a pleasant and successful road.

Examining both legs in a dream means that you will think about your relationship with some person.

Wounds, ulcers or broken legs in a dream portend misfortunes, obstacles in business and failure of plans.

Getting your feet dirty in a dream is a sign of a careless mistake that will end in shame for you, which will not be easy for you to survive.

To see the calves of your legs in a dream is a sign of obstacles in business. The dream in which you saw that the calves of your legs are hard predicts that you will stand firmly on your feet.

If you dream that you are scratching someone's legs until they bleed, then bad news awaits you about the troubles of loved ones who need your support and comfort.

If you dream that your legs are on fire, then you should postpone your planned trip, even if it is very important for you. Sometimes such a dream predicts failure in business.

The dream in which you saw that you were putting your feet in the fire portends you that only by intervening in some kind of squabble will you be able to put an end to it.

Any dexterous movements of the legs to carry out in a dream is a sign that your business will succeed thanks to your quick wits, craftiness and ability to make the necessary acquaintances.

If you dream that you have become disabled and lost your legs, then expect great setbacks, hardships, misfortunes. The same means a dream in which the legs do not obey you.

If you dream that one leg was taken from you, then you will be separated from a loved one or partner that you valued.

Spraining your leg in a dream is a sign that soon you will have so much trouble that headaches will begin.
Admiring children's legs in a dream is a sign of consolation and pleasure. Sometimes such a dream predicts a small profit.

To have many legs in a dream is a sign that you will find profit in trading or a profitable journey. Sometimes such a dream predicts leg disease, a cold or swelling.

To have a wooden leg in a dream is a harbinger of deception.

To see or have crooked legs in a dream is a sign of damage due to a risky business.

Seeing or having thin legs in a dream means that some business is too tough for you and you better give it up.

To see your feet dirty in a dream - to trouble and shame.

Washing your feet in a dream is a sign that you have a trip ahead. Washing your feet in a pond with clean and clear water is a sign of happiness and good luck. Sometimes such a dream predicts a small cold (especially if the water was cold).

If you dream that someone washes your feet and rubs them with aromatic substances, then you will find great success, pleasure and well-being.

Washing someone's feet or kissing them in a dream means that you will have to repent of your deed and come to terms with the circumstances.

Having hard calluses on your feet in a dream is a sign that, despite the obstacles, you will achieve your goal.

If you dream that someone bit you on the leg, then you will be upset, disappointed and in trouble. A dream in which you feel that someone is tickling your legs or heels warns you of cunning flatterers.

Limping in a dream is a sign of dishonor, loss and humiliation.

A dream in which you saw that a legless person is threatening you or chasing you portends great difficulties and obstacles in business.

If you dream that you have one leg stuck and you cannot pull it out, then expect obstacles in business.

If in a dream you were able to free your leg and continue the work you started, then success awaits you, no matter what.

To dream that you have a hole in your heel means: expect trouble. The situation will be further aggravated if the wound on the heel bleeds or the leg hurts. However, if you pulled out some foreign object from it, then your business will improve.

If you dream that your legs hurt due to gout, then expect obstacles in obtaining money.

There is an opinion that if in a dream your right leg hurts from gout, then the dream portends you good luck, and if it is your left leg, then the dream portends the opposite.

If in a dream you see your legs (feet) bare (naked), then a love adventure awaits you.

Seeing other people's feet naked in a dream is a harbinger of financial loss.

Wounded feet in a dream predict losses and failures.

Some new moms and dads complain that their kids have trouble sleeping. Toddlers constantly toss and turn in their sleep, while the child himself does not sleep well and does not allow adults to get enough sleep. The child can jump up, turn around, knock his feet, stretch his arms and legs, turn over sharply on the other side, in a word, develop the most real physical activity even in complete darkness. What is the reason for such a restless sleep in a child and why, after all, why does the child toss and turn in his sleep?

One of the causes of sleep disturbance in a child is his emotional activity. When a child is in constant motion throughout the day, even at night the baby's brain does not stop processing the information that he received during the day. Therefore, sometimes involuntary movements of the arms and legs occur, this is a kind of imitation of the movements that the baby made during the day.

Young children often wake up at night due to their own activity. To prevent this from happening, parents should make the place to sleep as convenient and comfortable as possible:

• dress the baby for sleep according to the season, he should be warm;

• if the child throws off the blanket, then be sure to wear socks, the legs should be warm;

• before putting the baby in the crib, make sure that there are no objects that can interfere with a restful sleep;

• before going to bed, be sure to ventilate the room so that it is fresh and pleasant to fall asleep.

The cause of a child's restless sleep may be physiological reasons, such as a confused daily routine. If he confused day with night, sleep disturbances may also be observed. So, the concepts of day and night in a baby are formed by the age of 3 months. Also, the child’s sleep pattern depends on what kind of biological rhythm he has - he is an “owl” or a “lark”. If the regimen set by the parents does not coincide with the biological rhythm of the baby, then the child may toss and turn in his sleep.

If for a long time the child does not establish a sleep pattern, then later problems may arise that only the doctor will solve. The sleep process in a child, like an adult, is divided into phases, and in the process of falling asleep, the baby can twist and turn in the crib until the deep sleep phase comes.

A child may toss and turn in his sleep if he fell asleep in uncomfortable conditions, for example, he is too hot or cold, perhaps he is pressed by an elastic band on his pajamas or some kind of seams. The best temperature for sleep is 18-20 degrees, humidity is 60%. If you can not organize a normal temperature, then at least ventilate before going to bed.

The child may toss and turn in his sleep due to health problems. A sleep disorder can be a symptom of one of the diseases, such as allergies, pain in the intestines, stomach, infectious and other diseases.

If the baby tossed and turned in his sleep and woke up, then do not ignore him, come up and calm him down in a quiet voice, caress him, do not turn on the light and do not rush to change the diaper, just tell him a couple of kind words, if the problem is in the uncomfortable position of the child, then fix the problem, correct crib, and the baby will soon fall asleep again.