Can cannabis calm restless legs? new study aims to find out
NCT ID NCT06863740
First seen Apr 29, 2026 · Last updated Jun 19, 2026 · Updated 9 times
Summary
This pilot study will test whether cannabis oil can safely help people with restless legs syndrome (RLS). Thirty adults with moderate-to-severe RLS will receive either cannabis oil or a placebo for 8 weeks. Researchers will track side effects, how many people finish the study, and changes in sleep and quality of life.
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Locations
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Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
RECRUITINGToronto, Ontario, M4N3M5, Canada
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University Health Network
RECRUITINGToronto, Ontario, M5G 2C4, Canada
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What this could mean
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Active substance
cannabis oil (5:1 CBD:THC)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a new treatment option for restless legs syndrome that improves sleep and quality of life.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early pilot study focused on safety and feasibility, not effectiveness. It may not show clear benefits, and cannabis can cause side effects like drowsiness or dizziness.
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.