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Cramps in the calves
I keep getting cramps in the calves of my leg during nights in between sleep...this happens quite frequently in a week...may be three to four times in a week...I also get cramps in the same area when I walk up an inclined area...why is it so
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Hiiii.....this calf pain might be associated with vit d deficiency....electrolyte imbalance and interruption in blood flow in calf ......
Go for vit d test first and do colour doppler study of your calf region....
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This problem is a common one seen nowadays. Mainly due to electrolyte imbalance. Reduced jntake of water may also cause the same problem.
You need to drink sufficient amount of water daily.
Go with some simple stretches :
-Calf stretch can be done with a shawl.pull the foot upwards and maintain for 15sec repeat 5times
- stand at the edge of the stair lift your body up and then slowly come down until you feel a good stretch. Maintain for 15sec repeat for 5 times twice daily.
-stand and then keep the affected leg behind and bend so that normal knee bends and the affected one remains straight. Almost similar to the lunges. Hold for 10sec repeat for 10times twice daily.
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Try doing these exercises daily and before going to walk.
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Try to have enough intake of water and electrolytes..
stretching exercises to be done daily.
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This is possible due to low electrolyte levels or due to low water content..
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please consume alot of water, also you can take some electrol powder to restore the levels and lessen the impact..
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Firstly when do you get cramps? As in what time of day.
Also the symptoms you described above show you have tightness in your .
Start with mild stretching and hot fomentation.
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I strongly believe that this can be from your back as your back is bent when you walk uphill causing increasing pressure causing pain in your legs. Sleeping on a soft mattress which sags minimally also can cause this pain during the night. Electrolyte imbalance in case, if you are very active, can lead to this pain too somehow. Try replenishing normal water with some kind of sports drink.
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You can get your back checked.
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Don't over stress and don't sit in one position for more than 45 minutes.
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Calf Stretches
Chiropractic adjustment will help.
Standing calf stretch
Stand away from a wall and.put your fight foot behind you and be sure your toes are facing forward. Lean forward at the ankle while bending the right knee and keeping your heel on the ground. Hold this for 30 to 60 seconds. Repeat 10 times a twice a day.
Downward dog yoga stretch
Get down on all fours with your hands under your shoulders on the floor. Walk your hands forward slightly on the floor. Spread your fingers apart to allow for a broad base of support. Push your hips up toward the ceiling and tighten your abdominal muscles. Keep your heels on the ground and gently try and straighten your knees. Repeat 10 times a twice a day.
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Increase water intake.get nutrition checked and do stretching exercises
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Do hot fermentation and stretching exercise
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Dr. Neetu Rathi (PT)
Physiotherapist
16 yrs exp
Gurgaon
Take electrolytes for this n increase intake of water. Stretch ur calf instantly when u feel cramp so it will reduce further pain in ur calf. Also do exercises for calf
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Ms. Kavita Goel (PT)
Physiotherapist
20 yrs exp
Gurgaon
This is due to nutritional deficiencies get your Vitamin D and B12 checked also take vitamin E supplements for atleast 2 months.
Due to recurring cramps calf has become tight hence inclined climb is difficult.
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Do some calf stretches it takes about 3 weeks for calves tightness to loosen up
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