A muscle cramp is a sudden and involuntary contraction of one or more of muscles. Most muscle cramps develop in the leg muscles, particularly in the calf. Besides the sudden, sharp pain, feel or see a hard lump of muscle tissue beneath the skin.
Long periods of exercise or physical labor, particularly in hot weather, can lead to muscle cramps. Some medications and certain medical conditions also may cause muscle cramps.
Causes-- Overuse of a muscle, dehydration, muscle strain or simply holding a position for a prolonged period can cause a muscle cramp. In many cases, however, the cause isn't known.
Although most muscle cramps are harmless, some may be related to an underlying medical condition, such as:
Inadequate blood supply. Narrowing of the arteries that deliver blood to your legs (arteriosclerosis of the extremities) can produce cramp-like pain in your legs and feet while you're exercising. These cramps usually go away soon after you stop exercising.
Nerve compression. Compression of nerves in your spine (lumbar stenosis) also can produce cramp-like pain in your legs. The pain usually worsens the longer you walk. Walking in a slightly flexed position — such as you would use when pushing a shopping cart ahead of you — may improve or delay the onset of your symptoms.
Mineral depletion. Too little potassium, calcium or magnesium in your diet can contribute to leg cramps. Diuretics — medications often prescribed for high blood pressure — also can deplete these minerals.
Symptoms---- Most muscle cramps develop in the leg muscles, particularly in the calf. Besides the sudden, sharp pain, you might also feel or see a hard lump of muscle tissue beneath your skin.
Risk factors--- Factors that might increase your risk of muscle cramps include:
Age. Older people lose muscle mass, so the remaining muscle can get overstressed more easily.
Dehydration. Athletes who become fatigued and dehydrated while participating in warm-weather sports frequently develop muscle cramps.
Pregnancy. Muscle cramps also are common during pregnancy.
Medical conditions. You might be at higher risk of muscle cramps if you have diabetes, or nerve, liver or thyroid disorders.
HOMOEOPATHIC REMEDIES
Homoeopathy today is a rapidly growing system and is being practiced all over the world.Its strength lies in its evident effectiveness as it takes a holistic approach towards the sick individual through promotion of inner balance at mental, emotional, spiritual and physical levels. When muscle cramp is concerned there are many effective medicines are available in Homoeopathy, but the selection depends upon the individuality of the patient, considering the mental and physical symptoms.
RHUS TOXICODENDRON- 30----------Cramps, worse at rest, better from movements. Cracking of joints in motion.
CUPRUM METALLICUM 30-----Severe cramps, especially in calves.
CALCAREA PHOS 30----Cramps in the calves. Stinging and shooting in the toes.
MAGNESIA PHOS 30-----Cramps, stiffness, numbness, awkwardness, deadness of nerves, from prolonged exertion.
CHOLAS TERRAPINA 30-----Simple cramps in muscles of the calves and feet, with pain like rheumatism.
AGARICUS MUS. 30-------Cramps in soles of feet.
AMBRA GRISEA 30----Cramps in hands and fingers, especially when grasping anything. Cramps in legs.
CUPRUM ARS 30---Cramps in the calves of legs, worse after midnight. Better by standing -------Every 2 hours------6
CARBOLIC ACID 30----Cramps in the lower legs while walking.
NATRUM PHOS 30----Cramps in calves and feet. Cramps in hands when writing. Cracking in joints
PETROLEUM 30-----Tonic spasms. Spasms acute or chronic. Cracking of joints. Inflexibility of joints.
SECALE COR. 200-----Cramps in calves.
VERATRUM ALB 30----Prevents cramps, especially in calves. One dose at bed time.
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