What to do when you have leg cramps at night
Disease description:
What to do when you have leg cramps at night
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Huang Shichang
When experiencing leg cramps at night, you can try the following methods to relieve them:
1. Stretch the muscle: Immediately straighten the cramped leg and flex the foot upward to stretch the calf muscles, helping to alleviate the pain caused by the cramp.
2. Massage the calf: Gently massage the cramped calf muscle with both hands to help relax the muscle and ease the spasm.
3. Apply heat or cold: Use a warm towel or hot water bottle for heat application, or use a cold pack to reduce pain. Be careful to avoid temperatures that are too hot or too cold to prevent skin damage.
4. Elevate the leg: Raise the affected leg to help improve blood circulation and reduce muscle spasms.
5. Supplement calcium: Frequent cramps may be due to calcium deficiency; consider taking calcium supplements as needed.
If cramps persist or worsen, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly for evaluation.
