Nighttime leg cramps are usually sudden spasms or tightening, of muscles in the calf. The muscle cramps can sometimes happen in the thigh or the foot. They often occur just as you are falling asleep or waking up.
Talk with your doctor if you have muscle cramps that keep coming back, interfere with your sleep often or are severe. He or she may prescribe medicine that relaxes your muscles. There might be over-the-counter or natural treatments you can investigate on your own, but check with your doctor or pharmacist before trying them if you are taking prescriptions medications.
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Hello, Anon.
Thank you for writing.
Nighttime leg cramps are usually sudden spasms or tightening, of muscles in the calf. The muscle cramps can sometimes happen in the thigh or the foot. They often occur just as you are falling asleep or waking up.
Talk with your doctor if you have muscle cramps that keep coming back, interfere with your sleep often or are severe. He or she may prescribe medicine that relaxes your muscles. There might be over-the-counter or natural treatments you can investigate on your own, but check with your doctor or pharmacist before trying them if you are taking prescriptions medications.
Helena
June 10, 2017 - 4:24amThis Comment
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