Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) Specialist in Katy, TX

Restless Legs Syndrome, also known as Willis–Ekbom disease, is a sensorimotor neurological disorder marked by an urge to move the legs, often accompanied by uncomfortable sensations such as tingling, crawling, or aching. 

Symptoms typically worsen at rest, improve with movement, and are most severe in the evening or nighttime hours.

 Urge to move the legs

Uncomfortable or “creeping” sensations

Symptoms are worse in the evening or at night

Temporary relief with movement

Sleep disruption 

RLS can significantly affect sleep quality and overall daily function.

 Iron deficiency
Pregnancy
Chronic kidney disease
Peripheral neuropathy
Certain medications
Family history 

In some cases, no clear cause is identified.

 Treatment depends on symptom severity and underlying cause.

Iron supplementation when ferritin levels are low

Dopamine agonists
Alpha-2-delta ligands (such as gabapentin or pregabalin)
Careful monitoring to avoid augmentation

Sleep hygiene optimization
Reducing caffeine or alcohol
Regular exercise

The goal of treatment is to improve sleep, reduce symptom severity, and prevent long-term complications such as medication augmentation.

 Seek neurological evaluation if you experience:

 Persistent urge to move the legs

Symptoms interfering with sleep

Worsening symptoms despite medication

Daytime fatigue related to poor sleep 

Early evaluation improves long-term management outcomes.

 Our clinic provides comprehensive Restless Legs Syndrome care for patients in Katy, Cinco Ranch, Cypress, Fulshear, and West Houston. Every patient receives a thorough assessment and an individualized treatment plan focused on restoring restful sleep and improving quality of life.  

 As a fellowship-trained movement disorders neurologist, Dr. Noorbhai provides specialized evaluation and long-term management of Restless Legs Syndrome, including careful medication adjustments and monitoring for augmentation