Some times my leg locks up when I sit down for about 30 minutes, what is wrong?

Question

Well i noticed that when i sit down in a chair or sit down on the floor for over 30 minutes, my right leg locks up. Its not sleeping i know that for sure. If I try to stand up or move that right leg it feels like a very very very bad cramp.

What is this?

Anyone know what I can do on my own to assist this?

thanks.

actually, my leg just locked up while typing this out. haha so an answer would be most appreciated.

Answer 1

um, don't sit down!

But seriously (I get these really bad at night - I will wake right out of sleep and just want to scream), it is a muscle cramp. It is due to a sudden, uncontrolled contraction of a muscle. This is also known as a charley horse. The most common muscles to contract like this are muscles that cross 2 joints. IE - Calf crosses the ankle and knee

The exact cause is n ot understood but stuff that can potentially contribute to this are:

muscle fatigue
heavy exercising
dehydration
high weight
electrolyte imbalances
medications

Exercising in an unsual way can lead to this (more than normal or something different).

Some ideas - stay hydrated, stretch regularly, don't ever skip warm up/cool downs if you work out, and train slowly - build up to goals - dont' try to reach the highest level overnight.

Most people instantly start massaging this cramped muscle and that is very smart. Also heat, or warm shower/bath can relax the muscle.

Hope this helps.

Answer 2

Well, that means never do that same sitting position. Also, that means you lack Vitamin B. Try to eat tofu, drink soybean milk, beans and also buy 1-6-12 from a drugstore. That will help. Oh, one thing more, never eat salty food. Every night massage your legs with baby oil before going to bed, ok?
I hope that will make you feel better now. Have a nice day. Take care.