Periodic limb movements during sleep are associated with poor health-related quality of life in patients with obstructive sleep apnea.

Sang-Ahm LeeSoo Jeong KimSo Young LeeHyo Jae Kim

Published in: Sleep & breathing = Schlaf & Atmung (2021)

Health-related quality of life, including physical and mental health but not depressive symptoms, was worse in subjects with OSA and PLMS than in those without PLMS.

Keyphrases

obstructive sleep apnea
mental health
depressive symptoms
sleep quality
positive airway pressure
physical activity
social support
mental illness
sleep apnea