Neurological Disorders

Department of Health Sciences, Spartan Health Sciences University, Saint Lucia

Publications

• Case Report   
  Restlessness in Opioid Withdrawal: A Unique Presentation of Whole-Body Involvement
  Author(s): Nikita Mehdiratta*, Shweta Kalita, Drushti Birwatkar and Alan R. Hirsch
  
  Introduction: Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) is a known phenomenon observed in individuals experiencing opioid withdrawal, which can worsen heroin dependence. Typically,RLS affects only the legs, but this case report presents a unique instance of generalized Restless Body Syndrome (RBS) induced by opioid withdrawal. Case presentation: The report describes a 67-year-old male undergoing opioid detoxification who experienced restlessness throughout his body, resembling RLS sensations.The restlessness affected various areas, including the thorax, abdomen, back of legs, lower back, arms, and legs, excluding the face. The sensations were described as periodic electric waves that intensified at night or during periods of inactivity and improved with physical activity, mainly walking. Similar sensations were also noted during withdrawal from opioids or bu.. Read More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2329-6895.11.3.555

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