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What Causes Severe Stabbing Pain On The Left Calf?

I have been seeing a chiraprator for a sore neck that makes grinding noises when I turn my head. He has been realigning my body. I have been seeing him for 2-3 weeks, 3x a week. I have also been having some decompression things done on my neck in the office. Two days ago I started having severe, stabbing pain in my left calf. It hit me about 3 times and then went away. Last night it came back, waking me up in severe pain. I was able to stretch my foot and it helped. I had my potassium checked a couple of weeks ago because I have Addisons. It was ok. My chiraprator is out of town and I am concerned. I also exercise daily. I ride the recumbent bike for 30 minutes a day plus do a little weight lifting. Noting too strenuous. I am 63 and do not smoke. I have not had any more pain since last night.
Thu, 18 Jun 2020
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Hi,

This type of pain is suggestive of cramps,that usually occurs secondary to loss of electrolytes during sweating. All you need to do is to drink ORS like drinks while you are exercising to replenish your electrolytes. In case the cramps persists, you need to add carnitine rich foods in your diet.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Rohan Shanker Tiwari, Orthopedic Surgeon
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What Causes Severe Stabbing Pain On The Left Calf?

Hi, This type of pain is suggestive of cramps,that usually occurs secondary to loss of electrolytes during sweating. All you need to do is to drink ORS like drinks while you are exercising to replenish your electrolytes. In case the cramps persists, you need to add carnitine rich foods in your diet. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Rohan Shanker Tiwari, Orthopedic Surgeon