how to get rid of leg cramps

Getting Rid of Leg Cramps

Leg cramps are rarely serious. You don't have to go to a doctor to get rid of it, unless it becomes unbearably painful in which case it might be a symptom of another more serious disease. Barring that, here are some tips to get rid of that painful leg cramp:

1. Massage the affected area of your leg. Massaging the cramped muscle and rubbing it gently will help it to relax, easing the tension and lessening the pain. Gently stretch the calf muscle by putting your legs out in front of you and flexing your foot toward the ceiling. To get the most out of the stretch, elongate your leg.
2. Do some stretching exercises. Stretching exercises help pull out the muscles from their shortened position. To stretch calf muscles, stand about 60-90 centimeters from a wall. Keep the soles of your feet flat on the floor and then bend forward, leaning on the wall. Do this several times for as long as you can.
3. Apply a hot or cold compress. A cold compress will help you relax the muscles. A hot compress, on the other hand, will help ease some of the pain or tenderness. You may also use a warm towel or a heating pad.
4. Sleep in the proper position. Use a pillow to prop the bed up while sleeping on your back. If you sleep on your front, try hanging your feet over the end of the bed. Keep blankets loose at the foot of the bed so your toes and feet won't point downwards while sleeping.