Muscle Cramps
Almost everyone experiences muscle cramps at some point in their life. Muscle cramps
are sudden, involuntary contractions that occur in various muscles that are often painful
and can affect different muscle groups. Muscle groups that are the most affected include
the back of your lower leg and the back and front of your thigh. You may also experience
cramps in your, arms, hands and feet.
The most common symptom of a muscle cramp is a sudden, sharp pain that can last from
a few seconds to 15 minutes. The intense pain of a cramp can make it difficult to walk or
awaken you at night.
Muscle cramps have several causes:
• Overuse of your muscles which typically occurs while exercising.
• Muscle injuries
• Dehydration - which is the excessive loss of fluids in the body.
• Low levels of minerals that contribute to healthy muscle function.
• Muscle spasms can be an indication a deficiency in minerals in the body.
Muscle cramps are at most times harmless and do not at most times require medical
attention. However, you should see a doctor if your muscle cramps are severe, do not
improve with stretching, or persist for a long time. This could be a sign of an underlying
medical condition.
To ease pain from muscle cramps:
• Stretch and massage – lengthen the cramping muscle using a gentle,
sustained stretch then lightly massage the area until the cramp subsides.
• Icepack – in cases of severe cramp, an icepack applied for a few minutes
may help the muscle to relax.
To prevent muscle cramps • Stretch and warm up before participating in sports and exercise.
• Drink enough liquid to avoid dehydration. Increase your liquid intake when you exercise.
Sodium, potassium, calcium, and magnesium are needed for your muscles to adequately
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