Addressing sleep movement issues (periodic limb twitching, vocalization during sleep) and their impact on partner Sheryl. Avoiding pharmaceutical dependence; prioritizing lifestyle, nutrition, physical alignment, and integrative approaches.

Clinical Assessment Instruments

  • RLSRS (Restless Legs Syndrome Rating Scale)
  • IRLSSG Rating Scale (International RLS Study Group)
  • PSQI (Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index)
  • ESS (Epworth Sleepiness Scale)
  • BDI-II & GAD-7 (Mood and anxiety screening)
  • Actigraphy & Sleep Diary (Tracking bedtimes, wake events, latency, triggers like stress or late-night sugar)

Care Contacts

  • Primary Care: Dr. James Runke (Michigan Avenue Primary Care / Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Chicago, IL).