4 Ways Your Body May Be Telling You Something’s Wrong (Page 2 ) | November 1, 2025
4 Subtle Signs of Poor Health
1. A Crawling or Achy Feeling in Your Legs
If you feel a crawling sensation in your legs or have an uncontrolled urge to move, you may have restless leg syndrome (RLS), which is a sign of poor health. It usually happens in the evening or at night, while you’re seated or lying down.
RLS is sometimes referred to as Willis-Ekborn Disease. The primary symptom is the desire to move the legs, and most persons find relief by stretching, jiggling their legs, pacing, or walking. Some of the sensations you could encounter with RLS include:
Crawling
Creeping
Pulling
Throbbing
Aching
Itching
Electric