How do You heal a cramp in the leg?
356750
eat a banana! muscles cramp like that because of low potassium, so drink some gatorade or eat a banana!
504632
yes it is normal... I try to massage my leg when the crap first happens and flex my leg back and forth. The reason is you are dehydrated or lacking potassium. Drink plenty of water and eat some bananas.. This happens to  me usually in the spring and summer. It only hurts the next day when I jerk my leg quickly to deal with th e cramp, when I am sleeping it wakes me up... \n\nEat some bananas, drink some water and award me with the points in the morning.. Promise it Will be better!
901960
Increase her potassium. She doesn't have to take a supplement really, it's found in bananas.  If at night, she wakes up with a cramp or they start to cramp, tell her to take a teaspoon of mustard-right from the jar. I KNOW it sounds gross but it works. My boyfriend was on the football team at school, and this is what the coach would tell them to do if their legs starting cramping.
62829
Heat does help releive cramps.  I usually just use a hot water bottle and elevate my legs.  I've never heard of that medication the other response mentions, I always just take ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, etc.)  To prevent cramps, its better if you wear pads instead of tampons.  When mine are bad, I'll just wear tampons at work, and switch to pads as soon as I get home.
174649
1) elevate the affected leg(s) when possible\n2) compression stockings\n3) seek out evaluation by a qualified vascular surgeon; there are some new treatments that are effective and let the patient get back to work quickly.
470972
I kinda feel this could depend on your age. My daughter had bad leg cramps when she was younger and the doctor said it was growing pains. Of course, I thought she was in the first stages of some disease. Moms way of thinking!!\n\nIf you've seen a doctor and he has checked you out and said it's nothing, then don't get worried about it but instead try some of the following....\n\nFor muscle cramps, gently massage the legs stretching it to help relieve the painful contractions. Relax the muscle by using a hot water bottle or heating pad, or by soaking in a warm bath. \n\nIt could be a varicose vein problem developing. In this case you should try preventing it by several times a day, lie on your back for a few minutes with legs slightly raised, soak legs in warm water, exercise regular and wear a support hose to support your legs.\n\nBecause of meds I have to take, my potassium can fall low. If this happens my legs cramp really bad. So, this could really be your problem because if you are not eating the right foods or if you are on medication yours could be below normal. Eat bananas, drink oj, you can even buy a potassium supplement at WalMart for less than $2.00. \n\nAlso, be sure to drink plenty of water and excerise regularly.\n\nHope something helps those cramps to go away!! :)
200463
make sure your are properly hydrated.\n\nSometimes extra potassium can help (bananas).\n\nDepending on which leg muscle it is, would determine what kind of stretch.
771139
The best pain relief I have found for cramps is motrin.  Yes you can take it.
721344
Firstly you should begin to drink as much water as you can every day...at least 8 glasses or 2 litres. I know it sounds a lot but it can be done. What you will find is that you will no longer have the same thirst for tea, coffee, juices and soft drinks. In short anything you used to take in for fluid. Please still drink your favourites but don't be surprised if you just don't feel like them. Good Luck.\n.\nSecondly, providing you have no allergy to this, begin taking a good magnesium supplement. There are many reputable brands out there. This primarily assists with circulation problems ie cramping. Do not expect overnight miracles, although you may notice an improvement quickly. It is as likely that you may have to take them for 2-4 weeks before you begin noticing a lessening of your cramps. Whatever supplement you take read the ingredients carefully and question the shop assistant if you do not understand anything. Good Luck.\n.\nThirdly, invest in a soft cushion with herbs like lavender inside which are designed to be heated in a microwave. I have one of these and I used it nightly for my recurring stiff neck and the ensuing headaches I suffered. It was wonderful. Lovely and warm and soothing and the smell just helped me so much drift off to sleep. There are many kinds on the market. Look for those in chemists, health food shops, variety stores and practitioners of aromatherapy healing products. I suggest you ensure the one that you buy is made of a soft snuggly kind of material. Place it under or over the area of your leg getting the cramps so that you are comfortable to fall sleep with it there. Good Luck.\n.\nThe above three suggestions will work together for a long term eradication of your cramps. I wish you well. Of course the short term solution is the heated pillow/cushion.
130278
I'm not sure what leg pain you are talking about.  But belive it or not putting a bar of soap under your sheets will stop leg cramps in the night.  I know it sounds weird..but my grandmother told me to do it and it worked.  I know several people that it's worked for...people may think your crazy to do...but don't argue with results!
510695
Make sure to stretch properly, and make sure you keep yourself hydrated. I don;t mean just to drink water during practice, make sure you keep yourself hydrated all day... lots of water and/or Gatorade. As far as food, fruit is real good, particularly bananas and apples. Stay away from caffeine around practice time so you don't crash half-way through. Also, caffeine can actually cause dehydration which in turn can cause cramps.
1015551
If your leggs are cramping you might need to get your potassium checked..low potassium causes cramps in the leggs.
583429
Ok, this is going to sound weird but....if you have leg cramps when you sleep, toss a bar of soap between the sheets.  Doesn't have to be fancy soap, a bar of Ivory soap will do.  EVERY person who has tried this has found relief.  I don't know why they only occur at night.
1013520
Your muscles are tired from the day.  Massage your muscles before and after you run, and don't forget to stretch before and after as well.\n\nLow potassium or high sodium are also linked to cramping.  A little less salt, and more bananas and you should be fine.
826105
Water.\nZinc, calcium, and B vitamins obtained in food and supplements have been found to reduce cramps, bloating and other symptoms.\n\nCramps are caused by the contraction of the uterus during menstruation and vary in intensity from mild to debilitating.\nInstructions \nSTEP 1: Reduce your consumption of salt, sugar and caffeine during the week before your period to prevent cramps or reduce their severity. \nSTEP 2: Increase your intake of calcium-rich foods such as milk, yogurt or leafy green vegetables. \nSTEP 3: Keep in mind that a high-potency B-complex vitamin may help if you're susceptible to menstrual cramps. Vitamin B 6 is especially important, but don't take more than 100mg per day. \nSTEP 4: Apply heat to your muscles when cramps occur. Take a hot bath or place a hot water bottle on your abdomen or lower back. \nSTEP 5: Get moving. Sitting or lying around may actually make you feel worse. Swimming and walking are good activities because they are gentle and not too stressful. Certain stretches and yoga positions will also help to relieve the pain. \nSTEP 6: Avoid standing for long periods if you have pain in your lower back. \nSTEP 7: Massage your lower back to relieve tension and pain. \nSTEP 8: Take ibuprofen or naproxen to help relieve cramps. \nSTEP 9: Take a break, breathe deeply and listen to soothing music.
169675
A heating pad works wonders. Something warm will help ease your muscle cramping.
1131965
try chewable motrin. i have serious cramps too and i take 2 extra strength tylenol every 4-6 hours those days i have cramps. it helps a lot. i think you should try to learn how to swallow pills. you probably will need to in the future so better to learn now, but try a chewable version of a pain reliever\n\ngood luck