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Suggest Treatment Fro Persistent Leg Cramps

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Posted on Tue, 16 May 2017
Question: I HAVE ABD AND LEG CRAMPS DAILY. CHARLEY HORSES IF YOU WILL. WHAT CAUSES THIS AND WHAT CAN I DO TO PREVENT THIS OR AT LEAST NOT DAILY. IT HAPPENS DURING DAY AND NIGHT
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Answered by Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (53 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Respected XXXX ,all preventive & treatment measures here.

Detailed Answer:
Respected XXXX,
Hi
I evaluated your query thoroughly.

*Charley Horses is a painful , involuntary cramp basically muscle spasm due to
the fact that your body is not moving and your blood isn`t circulating properly
but occasionally you can get it while exercising also.
*Suggestions to avoid Charley Horse :
-- Drink more liquids preferably cleaner water, lemon juice, coconut water, home made juices,
green tea , coffee, butter milk, rice water etc.
-- Use electrolytes when needed to offset extremely hot temperatures outdoor.
-- Always replenish electrolyte stores after a workout.
-- Take care of your muscles @stretch @ YOGA @ Baths in Epsom salt.
-- Avoid unnecessary medications for other purposes.
-- Avoid too much exercise / holding muscle in same position for long time.
-- Ditch the heels and stick to flats.
-- Avoid smoking / tobacco / abuse substances if taking in any form.

*Suggestions in Acute episode :
-- When in bed or sitting - stand up to promote blood flow & kickstart circulation
again.
-- Bust out the foam roller or start stretching your muscles.
-- Applying direct heat also help muscle relax followed by ice to ease the pain.
-- Mixture of chilies and ginger could help relieve cramping.
-- Anti-inflammatory like Ibuprofen or Acetaminophen also fine.
-- Epsom Salt bath if available readily nearby.

Hope this clears your query.
Thanks for using Health Care Magic & keeping trust in our medical services.
Wishing you fast and speedy recovery from the same.
Would love to assist in any further queries.
Regards.
Bye Dear take care.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj
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Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel

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Practicing since :1999

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Suggest Treatment Fro Persistent Leg Cramps

Brief Answer: Respected XXXX ,all preventive & treatment measures here. Detailed Answer: Respected XXXX, Hi I evaluated your query thoroughly. *Charley Horses is a painful , involuntary cramp basically muscle spasm due to the fact that your body is not moving and your blood isn`t circulating properly but occasionally you can get it while exercising also. *Suggestions to avoid Charley Horse : -- Drink more liquids preferably cleaner water, lemon juice, coconut water, home made juices, green tea , coffee, butter milk, rice water etc. -- Use electrolytes when needed to offset extremely hot temperatures outdoor. -- Always replenish electrolyte stores after a workout. -- Take care of your muscles @stretch @ YOGA @ Baths in Epsom salt. -- Avoid unnecessary medications for other purposes. -- Avoid too much exercise / holding muscle in same position for long time. -- Ditch the heels and stick to flats. -- Avoid smoking / tobacco / abuse substances if taking in any form. *Suggestions in Acute episode : -- When in bed or sitting - stand up to promote blood flow & kickstart circulation again. -- Bust out the foam roller or start stretching your muscles. -- Applying direct heat also help muscle relax followed by ice to ease the pain. -- Mixture of chilies and ginger could help relieve cramping. -- Anti-inflammatory like Ibuprofen or Acetaminophen also fine. -- Epsom Salt bath if available readily nearby. Hope this clears your query. Thanks for using Health Care Magic & keeping trust in our medical services. Wishing you fast and speedy recovery from the same. Would love to assist in any further queries. Regards. Bye Dear take care.