Leg twitching is a sudden contraction or release of a muscle. Leg twitching when trying to relax can sometimes be a sign of a health condition, such as restless leg syndrome. When signal misfires ...

Scientists have linked certain genes to restless legs syndrome, suggesting the twitching condition is biologically based and not an imaginary disorder. Research in the New England Journal of Medicine, ...

Sitting at your desk, a muscle in your leg palpitates quickly. Or a muscle under your eye flutters. These sudden twitches, known as fasciculation, occur commonly and seem random. But are these spasms ...

The blinds are shut, your sunrise alarm clock has been dutifully set and you've drowned your silk pillowcase with lavender spray. So... what's going on? Twitchy legs before bed, or while you’re lying ...

Twitching leg muscles aren't uncommon after a long walk or exercise session. Although muscle twitches may cause you to worry about the health of your leg muscles, in most cases, twitching doesn't ...

The calf muscles, comprising the gastrocnemius and soleus, are often referred to as the body’s “second heart” because of their critical role in promoting blood circulation. Every time we walk, stand, ...