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   S2 · E4 · 30 Jul 2026 · 30 min

   Research on Buprenorphine for RLS with Dr. J. Andrew Berkowski

   Dr. J. Andrew Berkowski – who was also featured in Season 1 of RLS Unplugged – joins us once again to discuss specific research related to buprenorphine for RLS. Dr. Berkowski is a sleep specialist at ReLACS Health, a direct specialty care clinic specializing in telemedicine care of RLS and complex sleep disorders and currently serves patients in Michigan, Ohio, Florida and Arizona. 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…

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   S2 · E3 · 23 Jul 2026 · 24 min

   A Review of RLS and Stroke with Dr. Mark Boulos

   Karla Dzienkowski, Executive Director of the RLS Foundation, is delighted to be joined by Dr. Mark Boulos, a sleep neurologist, associate professor and researcher in the division of neurology at the University of Toronto. In this episode, Dr. Boulos discusses important research, associations and clinical outcomes related to RLS and stroke. 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…

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   S2 · E2 · 16 Jul 2026 · 35 min

   When Should I Visit an RLS Quality Care Center? with Dr. Avinash Aggarwal

   In the next episode of RLS Unplugged , Karla Dzienkowski, Executive Director of the RLS Foundation, welcomes Dr. Avinash Aggarwal, director of the RLS Quality Care Center at the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Aggarwal provides an overview of the RLS Foundation’s Quality Care Center network, which are centers that have been rigorously reviewed and approved as centers offering expert RLS management. 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…

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   S2 · E1 · 9 Jul 2026 · 26 min

   How to Educate Your Healthcare Provider with Karla Dzienkowski

   In the first episode of season 2 of RLS Unplugged , Karla Dzienkowski, Executive Director of the RLS Foundation, provides you with tips and tricks on how to educate your healthcare provider, to help you have more effective conversations with your treating-physician. This podcast is made possible thanks to support from Azurity Pharmaceuticals. These episodes make information easily accessible – even while you’re walking! 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…

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   S1 · E5 · 16 Oct 2025 · 23 min

   15 RLS Myths with Dr. Andrew Berkowski

   In this episode of RLS Unplugged , Karla Dzienkowski, Executive Director of the RLS Foundation, is joined by Dr. Andrew Berkowski, a board certified sleep specialist and neurologist. Dr. Berkowski is a member of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM), the International Restless Legs Syndrome Study Group, and most recently serves as vice chair of the AASM’s Clinical Practice Guidelines Task Force for the Treatment of RLS published in January 2025. In this episode, Dr. Berkowski breaks down 15 common myths and misconceptions associated with RLS. From old wives’ tales like soap under the…

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   S1 · E3 · 2 Oct 2025 · 25 min

   RLS Lifestyle and Behavioral Strategies with Dr. Shalini Paruthi

   In this episode of RLS Unplugged , Karla Dzienkowski, Executive Director of the RLS Foundation, is joined by sleep expert and adjunct professor at Saint Louis University School of Medicine, Dr. Shalini Paruthi. Dr. Paruthi explores some of the lifestyle changes and non-prescription therapies that may alleviate RLS symptoms, such as sleep architecture, exercise, diet, massage devices, cryotherapy and more. Drawing on her clinical experience and sleep research, Dr. Paruthi shares practical advice for navigating RLS in daily life and emphasizes the importance of individualized care. Whether…

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   S1 · E2 · 23 Sep 2025 · 18 min

   RLS Treatment Options with Dr. William Ondo

   In the next episode of RLS Unplugged , Karla Dzienkowski, Executive Director of the RLS Foundation, is joined once again by Dr. William Ondo, RLS Quality Care Center Director at Houston Methodist. In this follow-up to episode 1, Dr. Ondo discusses common pharmacological treatments for RLS management. He breaks down current treatment approaches, potential side effects (including augmentation) and what patients might expect when exploring these options. If you’re looking to better understand how RLS is managed through medication, this episode is for you! Don’t forget to check out episode 1 of…

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   S1 · E1 · 17 Sep 2025 · 24 min

   What is RLS?

   In the first episode of RLS Unplugged , Karla Dzienkowski, Executive Director of the RLS Foundation, welcomes Dr. William Ondo, RLS Quality Care Center Director at Houston Methodist to the podcast. In this episode, Dr. Ondo lays the foundation for understanding RLS, answering: - What is RLS? - How is it diagnosed? - What conditions can mimic RLS? - What do we know about the underlying biology of the disease? Whether you’re newly diagnosed, supporting a loved one with RLS or simply curious, this episode serves as your starting point for learning about this common, yet underdiagnosed disease.…