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What Causes Severe Calf Cramps?
Question: for several months l have been getting severe calf cramps/cannot walk sometimes
have tested for magnesium and normal
l have 2 areas of mild stenosis/proximal right SFA and digital left SFA
WHAT IS THE PROBLEM PLEASE?
have tested for magnesium and normal
l have 2 areas of mild stenosis/proximal right SFA and digital left SFA
WHAT IS THE PROBLEM PLEASE?
Brief Answer:
Many of my patients find relief with laser treat
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have studied your case.
Stenotic vein need investigation like venous Doppler and valve study.
Many of my patients find relief with laser treatment for stenosis of vein.
Vitamin E supplement with carnitine has good results.
Muscle cramps can be reduced by
Massaging the cramped muscle with your hands or oil
Drinking plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration
Stretching your leg muscles or riding a stationary cycle.
Taking diet rich in calcium and potassium or oral supplements of the same
Check your vit B12 and Vit D 3 levels.
Till time, avoid lifting weights, You can consult physiotherapist for help.
Physiotherapy like ultrasound and interferential therapy will give quick relief.
Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.
Wishing you good health.
Take care
Many of my patients find relief with laser treat
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have studied your case.
Stenotic vein need investigation like venous Doppler and valve study.
Many of my patients find relief with laser treatment for stenosis of vein.
Vitamin E supplement with carnitine has good results.
Muscle cramps can be reduced by
Massaging the cramped muscle with your hands or oil
Drinking plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration
Stretching your leg muscles or riding a stationary cycle.
Taking diet rich in calcium and potassium or oral supplements of the same
Check your vit B12 and Vit D 3 levels.
Till time, avoid lifting weights, You can consult physiotherapist for help.
Physiotherapy like ultrasound and interferential therapy will give quick relief.
Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.
Wishing you good health.
Take care
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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