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How Can Leg Cramps Be Treated?

Two years ago I had a spiral fracture of my tib and a straight fracture on my fib. Had surgery the following day by inserting a metal rod in my leg (left) with two screws by my knee and two by my ankle. One year later the screws were bother me so I had them removed with no problems. Once the swelling in my leg went down I noticed I started getting cramps in my foot, also left. Even now with the screw removed I still get the craps. At times the only way to get rid of the cramps is to stand up and apply pressure to my foot. The cramps are always near the arch of my foot on the bottom. Any idea what could cause them and is there any treatment?
Thu, 27 Sep 2018
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Internal Medicine Specialist 's  Response
Hello,

Pain may plantar fasciitis or ankle joint arthritis or tarsal tunnel syndrome. Hardware related pain may cause this problem.

Other possibilities like restless leg syndrome or anaemia or peripheral neuropathy etc.

Use soft shoes, physical therapy, painkiller usage. If symptoms not improved please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Penchila Prasad Kandikattu , Internal Medicine Specialist
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How Can Leg Cramps Be Treated?

Hello, Pain may plantar fasciitis or ankle joint arthritis or tarsal tunnel syndrome. Hardware related pain may cause this problem. Other possibilities like restless leg syndrome or anaemia or peripheral neuropathy etc. Use soft shoes, physical therapy, painkiller usage. If symptoms not improved please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Penchila Prasad Kandikattu , Internal Medicine Specialist