Symptoms
Restless legs pattern
Some restless-legs presentations have a contributing myofascial component in calf and gluteal muscles.
Overview
Some restless-legs presentations have a contributing myofascial component in calf and gluteal muscles. Identifying which muscle reproduces the patient's familiar pain on palpation guides treatment and often produces meaningful change alongside standard care.
Clinical notes
Coordinate with neurology and sleep medicine for true RLS.
Red flags — when to refer
Progressive neurological signs — refer.
Muscles often involved
References
- • Travell & Simons — Myofascial Pain and Dysfunction