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The Surprising Reason People Are Placing Soap Bars Under Their Bed Sheets Every Night

Picture this: It's 2 a.m., and your legs feel as if a thousand tiny electric eels are dancing beneath your skin. You've tried stretching, pacing, and every pricey lotion on the shelf, but the irresistible urge to move—the "itch you can't scratch"—won't let up. This is the nightly ordeal for millions suffering from Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS), a neurological disorder that steals restful sleep. But what if the answer isn't in a pharmacy, but sitting in your bathroom? Enter the "soap-under-the-sheets" trend—a peculiar, inexpensive hack that has taken over health forums and social media.