In most cases, leg cramps are completely harmless and settle down quickly, but they can be a sign of an underlying medical problem or electrolyte imbalance. Cramp, often referred to as Charley Horse, typically affects the calf muscles, gastrocnemius and soleus, but can occur throughout the leg...
Cramps after workout.Presents a question and answer segment which discusses what causes cramps after physical activities. What to do if cramp is in the calf of your leg; Length of time ordinary cramps last.EBSCO_AspEbony
Know when to see a doctor about your leg or foot cramping. Some people are more prone to leg cramping, such as women who are pregnant and children having growing pains. Most of the time, charlie horses are not harmful but merely an annoyance that wakes you up at night. In some cases,...
Leg crampsare sudden, involuntary contractions of the muscles, often in the calf, but sometimes in the thigh or foot. These cramps can last anywhere from a few seconds to several minutes, causing a sharp pain that makes it difficult to move or stretch the muscle.Nocturnal leg crampsoccur at...
Nighttime leg cramps can be caused by unopposed foot flexion while in bed, according to the National Medical Society. When people sleep, the muscles of their feet and calves are shortened and become vulnerable to nocturnal leg cramping. The cramp generally occurs in the calf, and the calf musc...
Painful, involuntary contraction of a muscle, such as a leg or foot cramp that may occur in normal individuals at night or in swimming. Any cramplike pain, as of the intestine, or that accompanying dysmenorrhea. Spasm of certain muscles, which may be intermittent or constant, from excessive ...
Dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, physical exhaustion, and medical disorders including diabetes and peripheral artery disease are just a few of the causes. Many medications and medical conditions can also cause muscle cramping. (2) Leg muscles, particularly the calf, are where most cramps occur. ...
The effects of experimental muscle and skin pain on the static stretch sensitivity of human muscle spindles in relaxed leg muscles. J Physiol. 2008 Jun;586(11):2713–23. PubMed 18403422 ❐ PainSci Bibliography 53112 ❐“We conclude that, contrary to the ‘vicious cycle’ hypothesis, acute...
If you have a calf cramp, stand up and put your weight on the leg with the cramp, gently bend your knee, and actively lift your toes up toward your nose. For a cramped leg, sit on the floor with your leg or foot stretched out in front of you. Keep your leg straight while you ...
Introduction Leg cramps are defined as involuntary painful contractions that usually occur in the calf, but may sometimes affect the thighs or feet. These episodes can last anywhere from a few seconds to 10 min and then remit spontaneously. Tenderness and pain can last for several hours after th...