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Cramps in foot and outer shin when stretching before & after exercise also in pm. is this potassium/magnesium issue or could it be nerve related?

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Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered

It could be: Related to magnesium deficiency or a potassium issue. It could also be related to a biomechanical issue ie. A high or low arch, shin splints etc. Dehydration. I do not believe it is nerve relateed based upon your short synopsis.

Dr Ali and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 9/21/2012

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Dr. David Tobin answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Not nerve: Cramps are usually from: overuse abnormal gait potassium deficiency poor blood flow.

Dr Ettinger and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/23/2019

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A member asked:

Cramps in foot and outer shin when stretching before & after exercise also in pm. is this potassium/magnesium issue or could it be nerve related?

7 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered

Dr Ali and 2 doctors agreed

Dr. David Tobin answered

Dr Ettinger and another doctor agreed

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