like a cramp in your foot or yor hamstring? what causes them and whats the quickest way to get rid of one
2007-03-24 06:20:54 · 18 answers · asked by cickimc 2 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
jump around and shout, oh! feckin lordy! that`s what i do it does`nt work mind.
2007-03-24 06:30:35 · answer #1 · answered by EVH 5150 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's due to a lactic, that'd acid which crystallises in the muscle from your blood as a by product of anaerobic respiration.
That is respiration without oxygen.
The muscle then has to be warmed up and stretched to get it moving again. The addition of heat encourages the acid crystals to dissolve back into the blood and so relieve the cramp.
2007-03-24 13:41:25 · answer #2 · answered by russell B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Build up of lactic acid causes the cramp. Stretch and drink plenty of water. Put favorite music on to distract from the discomfort/pain.
2007-03-24 13:30:57 · answer #3 · answered by answerb4midnight 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually lactic acid is built up in the muscle and for the most part it is a lack of Potassium in the body. Salt under the tongue works for me or just eating a couple bananas.
2007-03-24 13:25:34 · answer #4 · answered by Chrys23 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Straighten the leg and massage the affected area. This will stretch the muscle and subsequently ease the pain
2007-03-26 11:19:39 · answer #5 · answered by firegirl999 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In my case, it is usually caused from overuse. Your first instinct is not to move, but it is best if you move your calf or foot to loosen up the knot even if it hurts. There is less residual pain in the morning this way.
2007-03-24 17:39:54 · answer #6 · answered by Lin s 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
cramps arises from lack of water and electrolytic salt ..muscle fibres get strained also from overstressing,sudden accidental pulled down of muscles, occational streching while undergoing muscle exercises,stiffed muscles etc,...it is painfull...first get laid to full rest position, try to stop streering the effective part, get a little massage very lightly,try streering or rotating slowly, cool down that part by icebag, try drinking water in a bit from time to time, you can apply painkiller magic spray if avilable.
2007-03-24 13:40:35 · answer #7 · answered by Manik 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As painfull as it is, stand on it. I've been told that Potassium can help prevent the cramps, so stock up on bananas.
2007-03-24 13:33:05 · answer #8 · answered by jennastorm 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Try to relax and rub them down. It could be from a lack of potassium in your diet. Eat bananas, baked potatoes (including skin), and other potassium-enriched foods.
2007-03-24 13:29:00 · answer #9 · answered by daff73 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
massage it is probably the thing to do even if it hurts like hell. i´ve also heard that the quinine in tonic water is useful to prevent cramp
2007-03-24 13:34:18 · answer #10 · answered by maria s 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
stretch your leg out in front of you (whilst sitting down) and grab hold of your toes on that leg. Pull the toes forward.
2007-03-24 13:34:14 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋