Question 1

why do i get foot and toe cramps in the middle of the night?

Accepted Answer

Foot cramping : There could be many possibilities to your symptoms.  One common possible reason is dehydration and electrolyte imbalance.  You should review your symptoms with your doctor as well as your medications (if you take any) along with a physical exam.  Hope that helps!

Question 2

about every night i get muscle cramps in my legs and feet sometimes my toes curl under and im a debetic?

Accepted Answer

Spine vs Diabetes: Could be related to your spine such as spinal stenosis or herniated disk.  It also could be diabetic neuropathy.  I would suggest if it is bothering you see your doctor for further evaluation.

Question 3

what would cause this foot/leg pain ? one night i was laying down and i got a cramp so bad in between my 2nd and 3rd toe i couldnt even move my toe to its normal position , it was stuck in a downward position i streched it for a minute and the cramp went

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Cramping : Cramping can be due to dehydration or electrolyte or even vitamin deficiencies. Also, you have to consider gout as a possible cause. You are not over reacting. You should see your doctor for an evaluation and treatment.
Best of luck.

Question 4

foot cramps. i get bad cramps on the right side of my left foot, arch and toes. it happens more at night? what's causing them? how do i stop it?

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There are a: Few possibilities. I would first attempt a magnesium supplement before bedtime.Magox400 mg is a good brand.

Question 5

i get pain and cramping on the top
of my feet and toes. mostly when i put my feet up.

Accepted Answer

Go with the Flow.: Pain and cramping in the toes and feet, that increases with foot elevation, is a good reason to see your doctor. A vascular evaluation is need to assess the blood flow to your feet. The earliest signs are often described in a similar way. If the flow is normal, great, then move on to another cause.

Question 6

foot cramps my toes seem to look like there deformed when i get the cramps after cramps they go back to normal?

Accepted Answer

Well that is : Ll part of the cramp, the muscle goes into a spasm...

Question 7

i always get toe and arch cramps in my right foot, even while driving. what could be the root cause?

Accepted Answer

Cramps: Put the petal to the metal. The cramps will go away, possible your drivers license also, if you get caught. I reccomend an escort.

Question 8

sometimes get cramps in my fingers and on my right foot on my toes?

Accepted Answer

Water and vitamins: People get cramps for a lot of reasons but dehydration is a very common one. Make sure you are drinking 60-80 oz of water a day and no more than 1-2 drinks with caffeine daily. Adding a multivitamin can also help as sometimes a vitamin or calcium deficiency can cause cramps. Gentle stretching may help relive cramping also.

Question 9

every so often i get painful cramping in the balls & toes of my feet, bruising sometimes appears afterwards. it hurts & is awkward to walk. what is it?

Accepted Answer

Possible Neuroma: The most common cause of painful cramping in the toes is a Morton's Neuroma  This is a condition in which a nerve under the toes becomes entrapped or degenerated.   Some cases even hurt at night.  The Morton's Neuroma occurs between the 3rd and 4th metatarsals. Although neuromas can be found between 2 &amp; 3.  Treatment includes injections, orthotics or removal of the nerve segment.

Question 10

cramping feet/ toes my feet cramp up a lot, i can be just lying down or leaning over to pick something up while sitting and one foot will stiffen up

Accepted Answer

There : There are multiple causes of foot cramps. The most common are:
vitamin deficiencies
low potassium
dehydration
circulation problems
poor diet
it is a wise idea for you to visit your primary care provider for evaluation and treatment of this problem. In the meantime start taking a multi-vitamin, and enjoy more bananas or coconut water for extra potassium.
Good luck.

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Why do i get foot and toe cramps in the middle of the night?

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About every night i get muscle cramps in my legs and feet sometimes my toes curl under and im a debetic?

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What would cause this foot/leg pain ? one night i was laying down and i got a cramp so bad in between my 2nd and 3rd toe i couldnt even move my toe to its normal position , it was stuck in a downward position i streched it for a minute and the cramp went

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Foot cramps. i get bad cramps on the right side of my left foot, arch and toes. it happens more at night? what's causing them? how do i stop it?

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I get pain and cramping on the top of my feet and toes. mostly when i put my feet up.

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Foot cramps my toes seem to look like there deformed when i get the cramps after cramps they go back to normal?

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I always get toe and arch cramps in my right foot, even while driving. what could be the root cause?

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Sometimes get cramps in my fingers and on my right foot on my toes?

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Every so often i get painful cramping in the balls & toes of my feet, bruising sometimes appears afterwards. it hurts & is awkward to walk. what is it?

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Cramping feet/ toes my feet cramp up a lot, i can be just lying down or leaning over to pick something up while sitting and one foot will stiffen up

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