Who is the EURLSSG?
The European Restless Legs Syndrome Study Group (EURLSSG) is a non-profit association of RLS experts who are actively involved in RLS research and dedicated to optimising patient outcomes by continuously improving standards for diagnosis and treatment of RLS.
Objectives of the EURLSSG?
- Bringing together European experts within the field of RLS.
- Development and execution of projects in basic and clinical research.
- Organisation of scientific meetings, seminars, and advanced training activities.
- Cooperation with national and international scientists, research organizations, or consortia that could support the objectives of the association.
- Assignments of research contracts to universities or non-profit organizations.
- Provision of grants to members for participation in scientific and educational meetings.
Our Mission:
The EURLSSG is dedicated to advancing research, awareness and education on Restless Legs Syndrome. We strive to improve diagnosis and treatment through interdisciplinary collaboration, promote the development of effective therapies, and advocate for greater recognition and support for this very common yet under-acknowledged neurological sleep disorder.
Ambra Stefani, Lucia Muntean, Samson Khachatryan, Barbara Schormair, Maria Paola Mogavero, Cristian Falup-Pecurariu, Stefan Clemens (members of the executive board of the EURLSSG)
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26th Annual Meeting 2026 of the EURLSSG
Friday, December 11th, 2026 and Saturday, December 12th, 2026 in Munich, Germany.
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25th Annual Meeting 2025 of the EURLSSG
Friday, December 12th, 2025 and Saturday, December 13th, 2025 in Munich, Germany.
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Ambra Stefani
Medical University Innsbruck, Austria
Lucia Muntean
Paracelsus Elena Hospital, Germany
Samson Khachatryan
National Institute of Health, Armenia
Barbara Schormair
Helmholtz Munich, Germany