Suggest The Treatment For Spasm In Quadriceps Muscles Of Both Legs
You need a detailed examination & evaluation.
Detailed Answer:
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There are numerous causes for Muscle spasms. Some of the common causes are
- Dehydration
- Muscle fatigue
- Poor blood circulation in the legs
- Deficiency of either Calcium or Vitamin
- Diabetes
- Neurological problems like a pinched nerve in the lower back
- Hypokalemia (low serum potassium levels)
- Drug induced like, chronic use of STATINS, DIURETICS, ANTIASHTMATICS etc
Activities that might help prevent muscle spasms include:
• Drinking plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration
• Stretching your thigh muscles or riding a stationary bicycle for a few minutes
• Massaging the cramped muscle with your hands or with ice
• Walking or jiggling the leg
• Taking a hot shower or warm bath
• These cramps at times may be associated with POTASSIUM deficiency and so foods such as bananas, potatoes, prune juice and dried fruit are to be taken as dietary supplement.
• Also, calcium fortified foods like seafood and fish, almonds, flaxseed, oats, prunes, sesame seeds, tofu and XXXXXXX can help to stave off muscle pain & spasm.
• Avoid acidic foods and drinks like tomatoes and vinegar which blocks the body’s natural ability to absorb calcium leading to muscle aches & muscle fatigue.
A detailed clinical examination and appropriate investigations are needed to establish the correct cause of your spasms. I suggest you to consult a XXXXXXX medicine specialist for further workup and management.
Hope I have addressed your query. Happy to help further
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Answered by
Dr. K. Naga Ravi Prasad
Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement
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