Question 1

ive been doing a very low carb diet for a long time now i eat protein and fats and all my blood tests and electrolytes have been good. i get severe muscle cramps all over my body everytime i do physical activity. can very low carb diet cause this?

Accepted Answer

: It is rather unusual  for this diet to cause this. It is a good idea to have a diet balanced in proteins, carbohydrates and fats for the body needs and uses them all. So I suggest you do that and take a multivite. If symptoms persist you would need re=evaluation for cause. Hope you feel better

Question 2

how come i get muscle cramps if i do not run or jog?

Accepted Answer

You could get it: You do not have to jog to have muscules cramps, you could foot problem, you could have dehydration, body fluid shifts, low blood calcium, magnesium, low potassium. If you have diabetis you could have muscules cramps.Good luck.

Question 3

how to get rid of muscle cramps from diuretic?

Accepted Answer

Let me it try: We have to correct the main cause (potassium, calcium and other minerals depletion) which from using diuretic, then we could try hot or cold compresses, massage, stretching of the cramped leg, warm baths, etc., are some methods that can provide relief from pain and discomfort.  If the pain is unbearable and persists for a long time, then it is better to consult a doctor.

Question 4

how to get rid of muscle cramps at night?

Accepted Answer

Let me try to help: Muscules cramps at night have many causes,  we have to try to find the reason, if we can not her some view tips.Activities that might help prevent night leg cramps include, drinking plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration, wearing shoes that have proper support, stretching your leg muscles, or riding a stationary bicycle, for a few minutes before you go to bed.Good luck thanks.

Question 5

i get muscle cramps on my leg while getting up in the morning. how do i stop them from occurring ?

Accepted Answer

See your PCP: for evaluation, labs and diagnosis followed by the appropriate treatment. Good luck.

Question 6

i get muscle cramps in my sides for no  reason. i stretch out and pound on the muscle to relax it. it will seize and relax many times. why?

Accepted Answer

Muscle spasm: It sound like you are experiencing muscle spasm- there are many causes: overuse, exercise, electrolyte or calcium loss, metabolic causes etc. Pound down electrolyte rich fluids like powerade, gatorade, vitamin water, and multivits. Consult your private physician for definitive blood and metabolic testing.

Question 7

tips on preventing and treating muscle cramps in calves needed. also how do i get them?

Accepted Answer

Try : Magnesium supplements. Staying hydrated is important as well. If you are on any diuretics discuss potassium supplementation with your doc.

Question 8

i get muscle cramps in my calf in the morning upon waking up  and evening while laying down. it eases from moving around when get out of bed. what can i do to help it? im 37. normal u/s for clots but been two months ago

Accepted Answer

Calf pain : Calf pain can be from the muscle or from problems with the nerve that connects and controls it. The nerve controlling the calf muscle comes from the back and calf pain is common from back problems even without back pain.  It is possible that it can be a circulation problem. I wonder if the artery circulation was checked.  You need to evaluated by a doctor to understand this better.

Question 9

i keep getting muscle cramps/charlie-horses all over my body. is it a deficiency of some kind?

Accepted Answer

Possible: See your md for eval and blood work. Might be as simple as dehydration -- drink many liters of water a day . Might be calcium problem as well. Get tested.

Question 10

how do you help get rid of muscle cramps in a calf muscle?

Accepted Answer

Warmth get rid of it: Place towel in hot water then place them on your calf muscles while lying face down with muscles relaxed. Massaging the calf muscle also helps.

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Ive been doing a very low carb diet for a long time now i eat protein and fats and all my blood tests and electrolytes have been good. i get severe muscle cramps all over my body everytime i do physical activity. can very low carb diet cause this?

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How come i get muscle cramps if i do not run or jog?

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How to get rid of muscle cramps from diuretic?

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How to get rid of muscle cramps at night?

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I get muscle cramps on my leg while getting up in the morning. how do i stop them from occurring ?

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I get muscle cramps in my sides for no reason. i stretch out and pound on the muscle to relax it. it will seize and relax many times. why?

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Tips on preventing and treating muscle cramps in calves needed. also how do i get them?

A member asked:

I get muscle cramps in my calf in the morning upon waking up and evening while laying down. it eases from moving around when get out of bed. what can i do to help it? im 37. normal u/s for clots but been two months ago

A member asked:

I keep getting muscle cramps/charlie-horses all over my body. is it a deficiency of some kind?

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How do you help get rid of muscle cramps in a calf muscle?

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