I mean like you have to hold onto the wall to walk or you just can't walk or you have to get someone to help you walk around
2007-06-24 18:58:28 · 10 answers · asked by footcrampmassage 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
While we are at it, does anyone know why these occur? Mine seem to come at any time - I might stretch my legs when I wake up and the leg (usually my right one) will get stuck in a cramp. Sometimes in the gym, I tense my calf for the next movement - the cramp comes and I end up having to sit out. Are there health issues or is it something that just happens along with hiccups and headaches?
2007-06-24 19:32:05 · answer #1 · answered by Lighthouse 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes those are very painfull!! It's caused by deficiency in potassium, and/or calcium. The best thing to do when you get a cramp like that is to slowly stretch it out, or trust me...it will hurt 10 times worse the next day! ;)
2007-07-01 14:06:52 · answer #2 · answered by just_a_girl_97 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
OUCH! That hurts but to get rid of a calf cramp fast you plant your foot on the floor, straighten your leg, and slowly lean forward to bend your ankle in the shape of a 7. It will release quickly.
2007-06-25 02:02:40 · answer #3 · answered by Tasha 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I used to get charlie horses in my feet and calves. With a calf, I just stretch slowly and it eventually relaxes.
I have heard that muscle cramps like that are caused by low calcium. So if you don't consume enough calcium in your diet, get a calcium supplement with magnesium and Vitamin D. Vitamin C helps, too.
2007-07-02 17:25:21 · answer #4 · answered by TX Mom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wake up with cramps!
Sometimes I get anxiety attacks about sleeping because I don't want to wake up in pain.
I've noticed drinking lots of water helps. Also vitamins. Calcium, potassium and all the "B" vitamins.
2007-06-25 02:06:58 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it hurts like hell, and its real hard to walk when that muscle decides to cramp up. Whatever you do, dont try to stretch it out, it just hurts more.
2007-06-25 02:01:09 · answer #6 · answered by jsiahsdaddy826 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like you may be deficient in potassium, calcium, magnesium or Vitamin B6.
2007-06-25 02:54:48 · answer #7 · answered by Susan Yarrawonga 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
one of the most painful experiences ever. i usually get them when i swim for the first time in a long time. that's scary cuz you actually believe that you might drown. other times, i'll get them randomly while sleeping. and then i'll be sore for about 2 days.
2007-06-25 03:45:56 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I stick my leg straight out then point my foot as far back toward my leg as possible.
Works every time.
2007-06-25 02:03:16 · answer #9 · answered by ♥♥The Queen Has Spoken♥♥ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yeah me at only 16
2007-07-02 13:22:48 · answer #10 · answered by Mercedes16_90!! 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋