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Suggest Treatment For Leg Cramps All The Time
I just updated my profile so this may help you with what is going on, I am suffering from leg cramps that go from the back of my calves of my legs up to my waist at my belt line. these cramps are getting worse. with in the last 24 hours I went and seen my FAMILY Dr. ( David Brizzee, Here in Pocatello , Idaho, He order blood work for Testirone level , Thyroid level and iron level. I have had a history from the VA system that I have been low on vitamin D. what I am not understanding is these cramps are getting so bad that I can not sit in a recliner or chair without have a issue coming up. the cramps are so bad that when I stand up I am not sure if they will go away. I have even been in bed watching TV and my feet cramps up not sure if that has anything too do with the legs so please help me understand what I am going through please And I know your just going on what I am telling so good luck dr.
Fri, 24 Apr 2015
Hi,
Thanks for your query.
Your description suggests that you are getting cramps in the calf muscles.Cramps are painful spasms in a muscle and are often caused by overuse, dehydration, or nutritional deficiencies.
Following measure will help-
*Drink fluid-An electrolyte imbalance can be the cause of muscle spasms, so rehydrating with an electrolyte drink can help restore balance.
*Stretch the affected muscle with a mild, static stretch.
*Use ice to numb the pain in a cramp, reducing inflammation and allowing the muscle to relax.
*Bring the affected muscle into a relaxed position and apply direct compression to the cramp.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
Thanks for your query.
Your description suggests that you are getting cramps in the calf muscles.Cramps are painful spasms in a muscle and are often caused by overuse, dehydration, or nutritional deficiencies.
Following measure will help-
*Drink fluid-An electrolyte imbalance can be the cause of muscle spasms, so rehydrating with an electrolyte drink can help restore balance.
*Stretch the affected muscle with a mild, static stretch.
*Use ice to numb the pain in a cramp, reducing inflammation and allowing the muscle to relax.
*Bring the affected muscle into a relaxed position and apply direct compression to the cramp.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
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