Posted on February 12, 2009 in Latest News
Foot cramps are caused due to the involuntary contraction of the muscles in the foot. Foot cramps can result in intense pain and inability to move the foot. The following are the reasons for foot cramps:
- Overuse of the foot
- Poor circulation
- Dehydration
- Holding the foot in a position for a long time
- Lack of minerals in the body such as potassium, calcium, and magnesium etc.
How to Get Rid of Foot Cramps:
Here are a some ways to get rid of foot cramps:
- Drink enough water every day: Foot cramps are mainly caused due to dehydration. Water helps your muscles to contract and relax. Hence, drink enough water to keep your muscles hydrated and to avoid leg cramps
- Stretch and massage: Stretch your affected area in the opposite direction of the foot cramp. Now massage the cramped muscle with an oil for about 5 to 10 minutes
- Warm and cold packs: For treating painful and tender muscles, apply a heating pad or a warm towel. For treating tense muscles due to activity, apply a cold pack to relax the muscles
- Stretch before and after activity: Stretching exercises are necessary before and after you exercise or take up heavy activity. Also remember to warm up before exercising and cool down after exercising to prevent foot cramps
- Diet: Eat a diet has enough minerals such as potassium, calcium and mangnesium which are important for the proper funcioning of muscles
In some cases, conditions such as hypoglycemia, diabetes, anemia, thyroid disorder, nerve disorder can result in foot cramps. If foot cramps do not go away by home measures, it is recommended that you consult a doctor for the proper treatment of foot cramps
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