When to See a Doctor About Leg Cramps

Most of the time, leg cramps are not something you absolutely must see a doctor about.

There are some times when it is good to see your doctor about leg cramps. Seek immediate medical care if:

• You are having severe and persistent cramping

• You have been exposed to a toxin, such as lead, and are now having leg cramps

• Your sleep is so interrupted by leg cramps that you the have trouble functioning during the day

• You also have muscle weakness and/or muscle atrophy

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Self Treatment of Leg Cramps

These Suggestions Might help Your Leg Cramps

When you have a painful leg cramp, you want relief as soon as possible. Here's some ideas that might help:

• Stay hydrated. Drink enough water, 8 glasses a day is a good goal.


• Make sure you shoes fit correctly and provide proper support


• Stretch your leg muscles, loosen up any tighness


• Stretch your toes toward your knees


• When in bed, make sure that your bed covers are not too tight at your lower legs


• Rub and massage the cramped muscle


• Walk to exercise the cramping leg


• A warm shower, bath, jacuzzi, or hot tub session may help the cramping muscle

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