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What Causes Increasing Muscle Spasms In Forearm?
Question: I am experiencing muscle spasms in my forearm that are progressing in frequency and length. To the point my hand turns inward and begins to lock. Is this an issue of dehydration or overuse?
Brief Answer:
most common causes cited
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for your query.
After going through the description, I understand your concern regarding your symptoms. Infact, till date there is no clear cut evidence for the cause of this type of muscle spasm. But the most common cited theories include -
- Altered neuromuscular control
- Dehydration
- Electrolyte depletion
- Poor conditioning
- Muscle fatigue
- Doing a new activity
In rare situations, It can be associated with an underlying disorder, such as peripheral artery disease — in which narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to your limbs, Diabetes or spinal stenosis.
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.
*Bring the affected muscle into a relaxed position and apply direct compression to it.
*Including calcium fortified foods like seafood and fish, almonds, flaxseed, oats, parsley, prunes, sesame seeds, tofu and XXXXXXX can help to stave off muscle spasm. Vitamin D supplements will also help in relieving myalgia's.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
most common causes cited
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for your query.
After going through the description, I understand your concern regarding your symptoms. Infact, till date there is no clear cut evidence for the cause of this type of muscle spasm. But the most common cited theories include -
- Altered neuromuscular control
- Dehydration
- Electrolyte depletion
- Poor conditioning
- Muscle fatigue
- Doing a new activity
In rare situations, It can be associated with an underlying disorder, such as peripheral artery disease — in which narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to your limbs, Diabetes or spinal stenosis.
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.
*Bring the affected muscle into a relaxed position and apply direct compression to it.
*Including calcium fortified foods like seafood and fish, almonds, flaxseed, oats, parsley, prunes, sesame seeds, tofu and XXXXXXX can help to stave off muscle spasm. Vitamin D supplements will also help in relieving myalgia's.
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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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Shanthi.E
Answered by
Dr. Saurabh Gupta
Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement
Practicing since :2004
Answered : 5930 Questions
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