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Background: Restless legs syndrome (RLS), is a gradual sensorimotor disorder which causes fatigue, pain and restlessness in the legs often leading to sleep disturbances, daytime fatigue or psychological problems.
Objectives: The aim of this study is to measure mean quality of life score, mean quality of sleep score and mean quality of depression score in patients suffering from Restless legs syndrome.
Method: This cross-sectional analytical study was conducted in the Neurology OPD of Public sector Hospital, Lahore. A sample of 112 patients diagnosed with Restless legs syndrome was selected using convenience sampling. Data were collected through validated questionnaires, including Restless Legs Syndrome Quality of Life Instrument (RLS-QLI), Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), and Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression Scale (CES- D).
Results: Among the 112 participants, the average CES-D score was 27.96, with 85.7% of patients having major depressive symptoms. The mean PSQI score was 9.29, and 58% of the patients experienced poor sleep quality. In terms of QoL,33% had poor quality of life while 52.7% had a moderate quality of life.
Conclusion: This study demonstrates that quality of life, sleep and mental health are significantly influenced by Restless legs syndrome. Many individuals with Restless legs syndrome exhibit severe depression and poor sleep quality. Restless legs syndrome affects sleep quality, mental well being and quality of life irrespective of demographic factors. Therefore, holistic Restless legs syndrome management should encompass both its physical and psychological dimensions in order to enhance patient outcomes.