Last night I was awaken with terrible cramping, like a "Charlie Horse" that began with my toes, through my arch, ankle, inside of my calf, up my inner thigh to my groin area. I had this once before but I was able to straighten up and relieve the pain. Last night it lasted for 15 minutes with my right leg. I tried something that I hoped worked and wasn't an "old wives tale". I drank two sips of pickle juice that someone told me about. I am just curious as to what causes this and how can I prepare for the next time this occurs. Thank you very much in advance for your help. Have a wonderful holiday season and a Merry Christmas..... Greta