Syndrome of painful legs and moving toes - A case study

Painful legs and moving toes syndrome is characterized by spontaneous causa lgic pain in the lower extremities associated with peculiar involuntary mov ements of the lower extremities, especially the toes and feet. The pain is diffuse, intractable, aching, and deep. The movements consist of persistent writhing movements in the digits that cannot be limited voluntarily. The s yndrome has been observed after a variety of abnormalities affecting the po sterior nerve roots, the spinal ganglia, and the peripheral nerves. This ar ticle reviews commonly reported findings and current concepts in the etiolo gy and management of this condition.