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,gastrocnemiusandsoleus, but can occur throughout the leg or...
doi:http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bmj.312.7042.1339FIBROMYALGIALEG -- DiseasesStudies the prevalence of restless leg syndrome and leg cramps in patients with fibromyalgia. Association between restless leg syndrome and fibromyalgia; Comparison with prevalence in rheumatoid arthritis.BMJ...
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Long L, Horn M, Stofan J, Horsewill C, Murray R. Induc- tion of localized leg cramps using a run/swim protocol: a pilot study. Med Sci Sport Exerc 2001;33(suppl 1):S325.Long L, Horn M, Stofan J, Horsewill C, Murray R. Induction of localized leg cramps using a run/swi...