sekainow.com You may never wake up at night because of the calf suddenly sudden pain and stiffness when driven. Or toes suddenly like a twisted, stiff, and excruciating pain. The condition is also called cramps.
According to Charles Kim, musculoskeletal rehabilitation specialists, cramps occur when the muscle is used excessively.
Even so, beware of cramps which are gradually deteriorating. "Too often cramps could be a signal of an unknown medical condition, particularly those related to the circulation or the central nervous system," said Kim.
In general, cramps in the legs or toes is not a dangerous condition and can be treated with medication alone but can be dangerous if it happens often.
Cramps in toes have many causes, but overuse, dehydration and mineral deficiencies (especially potassium, calcium, and magnesium), a trigger.
"When we exercise, our muscles expend the necessary minerals through sweating. Lack of minerals that cause muscle contractions or spasms, cramps alias," Kim said.
Cramps in the toes also usually caused by blood flow is not smooth at the foot, such as footwear too narrow.
Factors increasing age can also make more frequent cramps suffered. This is because the bones begin to lose calcium and muscle elasticity decrease.
In addition, aging also occurs in the nervous and vascular function as nerves, nourishing and signals to the muscles, begun to function.
Leg cramps can be prevented, start by choosing comfortable footwear. If you always wear high heels, perbanyaklah using flat-heeled shoes.
Keeping the body hydrated is also important. Kim recommends consuming electrolyte drinks after exercise and eating foods that contain potassium and calcium.
If during your workout frequency is high enough, cut back in order to avoid excessive pressure on the muscles. However, if you never exercise, start. Sedentary lifestyle will make the blood circulation is not smooth.
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