A couple of months ago I started getting charlie horses in my foot every couple of days. In the past week or so it has increased to several times a day. It is sooooo painful and I don't know how to stop them. I think it's probably really dangerous too when my right foot cramps up while I'm driving.. anyone else have them and know what causes them/what you do to stop them?? thanks ahead of time =)
2007-03-27 12:08:13 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
Normally they are caused by a shortage of potassium or sodium in your body. They'll usually hit the calves first. So try eating a banana or drink some gatorade. That usually solves it immediately. Best of luck to you.
2007-03-27 12:13:30 · answer #1 · answered by cajunrescuemedic 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the banana doesn't work (I was gonna suggest the same thing !) I would suggest going to the doctor and making sure it isn't plantar faciitis. I am not sure if I spelled that right, but here is a link or two I found on it. I had that and the pain was in the arch to heel area although it can also be in the heel and back of the ankle. Read on.
2007-03-27 19:20:04 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
hello irish eyez,
i feel so bad for you.....i hate charley horses.......and i get them all the time...my doc says that lack of potassium in your body could be one cause and he also said to take calcium tablets
the calcium has really helped me alot. i also eat bananas like there is no tomorrow.
i want to wish you the best of luck and God bless and keep you safe and crampless.
2007-03-27 21:38:34 · answer #3 · answered by sweetness #1 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋