2023年3月7日 · A muscle cramp is a sudden, unexpected tightening of one or more muscles. Sometimes called a charley horse, a muscle cramp can be very painful. Exercising or working hard, especially in heat, can lead to muscle cramps. Some medicines and illnesses also might cause muscle cramps.

2023年3月7日 · Self-care measures usually can treat muscle cramps. A health care provider can show you stretching exercises that can reduce the chances of getting muscle cramps. Drinking plenty of fluids can also help prevent muscle cramps.

2005年8月13日 · Most of the time, there's no known cause for night leg cramps. In general, they're likely the result of tired muscles and nerve problems. The risk of having night leg cramps increases with age. Pregnant people also are more likely to have night leg cramps.

2023年3月2日 · Night leg cramps happen when leg muscles suddenly tighten during sleep. They're also called nocturnal leg cramps. Night leg cramps usually involve calf muscles, although muscles in the feet or thighs might cramp as well. Stretching the tight muscle with force can relieve the pain.

2005年8月13日 · For most people, night leg cramps are just a bother — something that jerks them awake sometimes. But some people who have them might need to see a health care provider. Seek medical care right away if you have: Severe cramping that continues. Night leg cramps after coming into contact with a toxin, such as lead.

2024年8月29日 · A cramp, sometimes called a charley horse, is actually a muscle spasm — a sudden, involuntary contraction of one or more muscles into a painful knot. Overuse or strain of a muscle, dehydration, or simply holding a single position for a …

2013年7月11日 · cramps. The pain caused by leg cramps can vary in intensity and last from just a few seconds to 15 minutes or more. To get relief, gently rubbing a cramped muscle can help it relax. Stretching also can ease a spasm. For a calf cramp, try standing and putting your weight on the leg in question and then slightly bending your knee.

2018年11月8日 · Hi. I fractured my hip in 2016 and had a hip replacement. I too get muscle spasms and pain in my thigh after being on my feet too long or walking for too long. My doctor can't explain it either. I am going to physical therapy now and hope it helps.

2024年3月9日 · Yes, indeed: thighs, calves, quads, the whole shebang; in both legs, too, equally. And it's worse toward the end of the day. Time and again, I've heard it said that it's important for us to do all we can to maintain good leg strength.

2023年12月6日 · Help with preventing severe muscle cramps. They’re debilitating and frightening to have it take over the body for 5 minutes when it happens. Taking supplements of magnesium, potassium, calcium plus salt to prevent.