Understanding Augmentation with Dr. Mark Buchfuhrer

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RLS Unplugged

Restless Legs Syndrome Foundation

5 episodes

3 days ago

RLS Unplugged welcomes listeners seeking information on restless legs syndrome, a serious neurological disorder. This podcast is hosted by Karla Dzienkowski, Executive Director of the Restless Legs Syndrome Foundation, a 501(c) nonprofit. Each episode features experts in the sleep field and dives deep into RLS pathophysiology, management strategies, emerging science and the personal impact of living with the condition. This podcast is made possible thanks to support from Azurity Pharmaceuticals. For more resources, visit the RLS Foundation website at www.rls.org or email info@rls.org

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Understanding Augmentation with Dr. Mark Buchfuhrer

RLS Unplugged

24 minutes 51 seconds

1 month ago

Understanding Augmentation with Dr. Mark Buchfuhrer

In this episode of RLS Unplugged, Karla Dzienkowski, Executive Director of the RLS Foundation, is joined by Dr. Mark Buchfuhrer, a certified RLS clinician at the RLS Quality Care Center at Stanford Sleep Medicine Center.

In this episode, Dr. Buchfuhrer provides an overview of augmentation - a serious side effect of dopaminergic medications that can cause an increase in severity and intensity of RLS symptoms. This is an essential episode for everyone in the RLS community to listen to, offering the information needed to stay informed, proactive and empowered.

All content offered in this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for the advice of a medical professional. Individuals suspecting they may have RLS should consult a qualified healthcare provider.

Host: Karla Dzienkowski, RN, BSN, RLS Foundation Executive Director

Guest speaker: Mark Buchfuhrer, MD, Stanford Health Care-Stanford Hospital

Produced By: Frank Garza, Charge Productions

Executive Producer: Adrianna Colucci, RLS Foundation Communications Coordinator

The RLS Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that aims to improve the lives of those living with restless legs syndrome, a serious neurological disorder. RLS affects an estimated 10 million adults and 1.5 million children in the United States. For more resources including support groups, educational events or scientifically reviewed publications, visit the RLS Foundation website at www.rls.org.

Have additional questions? Call the RLS Foundation at (512) 366-9109 or email info@rls.org.