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What Is The Cause And Treatment For Cramps In The Calf Muscles?

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Posted on Sat, 29 Mar 2014
Question: I am 68 years old, 168 cm and 84 kgm I have long suffered from calf muscles cramps, but for the past week I have not had any cramps, but my calf muscles feel like the after effects of same. This morning my left is almsot painful to walk. Any thoughts on symptoms
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Answered by Dr. Saurabh Gupta (3 hours later)
Brief Answer: Description below Detailed Answer: Hello, 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 * 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. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Saurabh Gupta (10 hours later)
I AMA chronic sufferer of leg cramps, and of recent days have had NO Leg Cramps but all of the symptoms of the after effects. Concerned it is a circulation problem that is exacerbated by sleep
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Answered by Dr. Saurabh Gupta (20 hours later)
Brief Answer: Could be due to poor blood circulation. Detailed Answer: Hi, Sever pain in calf and painful to walk after getting in morning could be due to muscle spasm or poor blood circulation in the legs that might be exacerbated by your sleep.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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What Is The Cause And Treatment For Cramps In The Calf Muscles?

Brief Answer: Description below Detailed Answer: Hello, 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 * 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. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care