Question 1

can more bananas get rid of charlie horse cramps?

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Dehydration issue: Eating a banana is to replace your potassium levels.  Low potassium may be one cause for muscle cramping or "charlie horse."  most often, dehydration can be the culprit.  Drink a glass of water along with the banana.  If you have a fever or severe pain, you should contact your doctor.

Question 2

how do i get rid of a charlie horse?

Accepted Answer

Water, vitamins: Charlie horses, or cramps, can occur when you are dehydrated or if your electrolytes levels are off. Sometimes they occur as a result of heavy exercise and fatigue. Try drinking water and taking a multivitamin to help out. See a doctor if your symptoms worsen.

Question 3

can icy hot help get rid of a charlie horse?

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It: may make it feel better but it will not get rid of it.   Stretch massage and rest should help it go away.   If not getting better physical therapy can help with different treatments

Question 4

how do you get rid of a charlie horse in your legs,  what causes these i have had them for two nites now.  been trying to walk them out.

Accepted Answer

Stretching: Cramps at night are not uncommon. You should consider stretching your muscle groups prior to bed time. In addition you should make sure you are drinking plenty of water. Low potassium may also be an issue. Try eating a banana once a day to increase your potassium level.

Question 5

how to get rid of a charley horse in my calf?

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Rub it: Rubbing can help. If it's recurrent, you could have a mineral or vitamin deficiency. Recommend an evaluation for magnesium, potassium, vitamin d, b12, folate and iron levels including ferritin and %iron saturation.

Question 6

how can i get rid of charley horse in my leg?

Accepted Answer

Cramp: Hydration. Electrolyte replenishment. Ice pack. Stretching. Especially if repetitive or common.

Question 7

how to get rid of a charley horse in your thigh?

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Prevention-Magnesium: Leg cramps are usually due to a magnesium deficiency. I would suggest 400 mg of either magnesium aspartate, magnesium citrate, magnesium glycinate, magnesium maleate or magnesium taurate to relieve this problem. Do not waste your time with other forms of magnesium. These are available over the counter. If you take too much magnesium, you will get diarrhea.

Question 8

what is the best way to get rid of a charley horse in your leg?

Accepted Answer

Hydrate: Short answer;get up and stretch the muscle.Better answer:prevent the problem-drink more fluids before exercise.Now the super secret:drink the juice from claussin pickles-as a sports physician dealing with athletes i've found this to be very helpful.Don't tell everyone-our edge will be forever ruined.

Question 9

how can i get rid of charley horse pain?

Accepted Answer

Gin and tonic : If you are bothered by charlie horses, take a gin and tonic before going to bed. Alcohol dilates blood vessels and quinine water (tonic water) is one of the oldest cramp medicines known to man.

Question 10

how can  i get rid of a charley horse quick?

Accepted Answer

Stretch: When you have a charley horse, stretch it out. This should help.

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