Question 1

what causes toes to cramp, curl and separate?

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Further exam: Cramping can be due to using muscles that you don't normally use. Sometime from doing activity that uses the small muscles in the foot not used in daily activity.  It could also be due to dehydration, an imbalance of potassium/sodium, response to prescription medications... As well as many other causes.  I would suggest further work-up.

Question 2

what causes cramps in my toes?

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Muscle fatigue : Muscles cramp  when they fatigued. This often happens when your feet are not properly supported, causing them to be overworked. Switching to properly supportive shoe gear should help. If not, see a podiatrist to discuss custom biomechanical orthotics. Also, stay well-hydrated and consider electrolyte replacement if you are exercising.

Question 3

what causes toes to draw or cramp?

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Overuse: Dehydration, vitamin deficiency or electrolyte imbalance.

Question 4

what causes cramps on the toes especial in the mourning?

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Low Magnesium: Low Magnesium would be a common reason for cramps.

Question 5

painful cramps that curl my toes under, what could be the cause?

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Likely: A neuroma that is cause of problem but could be others. See local podiatrist for diagnosis and treatment of which there are many options.

Question 6

toe cramping causes?

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Magnesium: One of the most common causes of cramps in the toes, feet, and calves is magnesium deficiency. This deficiency can also cause coldness of extremities, migraine headaches, pms, "brain fog", difficulty breathing, anxiety, and other symptoms. Taking 400 mg of magnesium oxide, chelated, or another form of magnesium (with food) can help relieve all these symptoms.

Question 7

what causes toe cramps?

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Lots of reasons: Bunions, hammertoes, high arches, flat feet,  shoes are some of the reasons. Need more information before a better answer is given. Which toes, any activites when they cramp, type of shoes worn most of the time, foot deformities, overall health. See a podiatrist if it's a real problem.

Question 8

what would cause cramps in my arches and toes.

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Cramps: Cramps  in your arches and toes can be a sign of poor circulation in which you can soak your feet in warm water and 2 tablespoons of epsom salt every night for 20 mins.  Cramps can also mean plantar fasciitis in which there is inflammation in your arch. You should stretch your arches everyday, log onto my website docfoot.Com look under plantar fasciitis. A blood test to rule out diabetes also good.

Question 9

what is the reason toes cramp when you curl them?

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Mine don't: If yours do then there is something wrong. Cramping can be do to things like dehydration, vitamin insufficiency, overuse among some reasons.

Question 10

what would cause your toes to cramp ot freeze up?

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Toe cramping: One possible cause that should be considered is peripheral artery disease, compromised circulation in your legs/feet due to narrowed arteries. Peripheral artery disease is also likely to be a sign of a more widespread accumulation of fatty deposits in your arteries, known as atherosclerosis. This condition may be reducing blood flow to your heart and brain, as well as your legs.

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