Foot cramps are caused by sustained, painful, involuntary contractions of the muscles in your feet. Common causes of foot cramps include physical activity, prolonged standing, dehydration, medication ...

Nighttime leg cramps, sometimes referred to as foot cramps, can be extremely uncomfortable and inconvenient. They can endure anywhere from a few seconds to many minutes and are characterized by abrupt ...

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This week, Dr. Mallika says she's seen a number of patients complaining of charley horses, or pain and muscle spasms in the ...

1. Calf Cramps: Extend your leg and gently pull your toes toward your shin using your hands or a nearby object. This counteracts the contraction and helps relax the calf muscles. 2. Toe Cramps: Stand ...

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If you’ve ever been jolted awake at night by a leg cramp, you know how painful they can be. The tight, knotted feeling in ...

A back spasm is an involuntary contraction of the back muscles ... Because this extra-long nerve extends down your legs, it can cause pain anywhere from the lower back to the toes. Pain can be mild or ...

Stretching your hamstrings and calves gently before bed will help release tight muscles and lessen the chance of excruciating ...

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One of the biggest names in the Arizona Fall League gave fans a thrill and a scare in his opening game Tuesday night. Termarr ...