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uncontrollable urge to move the legs, often accompanied by uncomfortable sensations such as crawling, tingling, pulling, or aching.

Symptoms typically become worse during periods of rest and are often more noticeable at night. Movement may temporarily relieve the discomfort.

If the sensation is mainly in your legs rather than your back or other parts of your body, RLS could be one possibility to discuss with a doctor.

Peripheral Neuropathy

Nerve damage can cause tingling, burning, numbness, or unusual crawling sensations, particularly in the hands and feet.

Peripheral neuropathy can have