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I walked d.l. for 2 days and now have a consistant charlie horse in my r calf. ate bananas took mus. relxrs. what else can i do to stop this?

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Dr. David Trettin answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Rest: If you have persistent muscle cramping 2 days after your exercise try moist heat and massage, possibly a lift in your shoe, and rest.If it continues see your physician .!

Dr Jacobson agreed

Answered 12/10/2013

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A member asked:

I walked d.l. for 2 days and now have a consistant charlie horse in my r calf. ate bananas took mus. relxrs. what else can i do to stop this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Trettin answered

Dr Jacobson agreed

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