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My calf and hamstring cramps when i bend my knees back in a right angle. why? thanks !
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Cramps: Bending knee may cause movement in the back of your leg. At age 56 check out for blood clots or varicose veins. Other causes may be muscle spasm
Answered 10/23/2017
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