I am wondering if anyone has a simple remedy for leg and hand cramps?
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Sometimes chronic muscle cramps are the result of vitamin deficiency (calcium in particular).  Consider taking a daily multi-vitamin!  If anything, it can't hurt. . .
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You could use a heating pad, or take a hot bath.  This will help relax the muscles ease the pain of the cramps.  Good luck.
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The best pain relief I have found for cramps is motrin.  Yes you can take it.
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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.
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I also have had leg cramps, my doctor told me I needed more potassium in my diet i.e. bananas and such.  Hope this helps!
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It's not abnormal.  Most everyone has leg cramps every now and again.  The best thing to do when you wake up with a leg cramp is to get out of bed and put weight on the leg with the cramps.  This is really counter-intuitive (opposite of what you would think would work) but it DOES work.\n\nLeg cramps are caused by a lack of potassium in your diet.  I'm not sure of ALL the foods that contain potassium, but bananas are my personal favorite.
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80 percent of the time doctors relate cramps and muscle cramps, as a lack of not drinking enough.  Water  is a lubricant, for our body. Actually, cranberry juice is just as important. For 2 months drink  your fill. eight glasses of water and cranberry juice only.If the cramps wake you a nite especially. Relax a little, prop  your legs up on a  moist heating to increase your circulation. Also massage them,with a moisturing lotion> Always massage going down to ur feet. This will get ur circulation up to par
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My dad and I both suffer from extremly bad camps in our legs at night. We have found it helpfull to eat bananas and drink gatorade before bed. That is the non medication method. They also have medication you can pick up at your local drdug store that works as well.. But the all natural way seems to work just as well for both of us!
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Evening primrose oil capsules! Get them in your pharmacy!#\nSeriously they are a godsend. They lighten the flow and take away the cramps. Honestly!! Try them out!\nPs - yes its normal to bleed more when active.
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Leg cramps are caused by a lack of B12 and calcium
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Have you tried the new heating pads, they stick to your undies and provide warmth for up to 8hrs, they really do help.  Or exercises helps reduce the cramping.  Hope you find something
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Talk to a doctor. You don't have to suffer. Your doctor can prescribe something for the cramps and PMS.
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7 Tips To Reduce Menstrual Cramps\n\nDid you know that menstrual cramps is the single greatest cause of lost school and working hours among women?\n\nAlso known as dysmenorrhea, menstrual cramps are the cause of an estimated 140 million hours of lost school and work. However, you do not have to live in pain. Below are some helpful tips that can help women during this particularly painful time of the month.\n\n1. Try to eat smaller, more frequent meals. A lot of food\ncauses blood sugar to rise and fluctuate. instead of eating three large meals, eat five or six small meals a day, each about two and a half hours apart.\n\n2. Exercise. Exercise can help alleviate menstrual cramps by raising the level of beta-endorphins, which are chemicals in the brain associated with pain relief. Studies have shown that beta endorphins have a positive effect on mood and behavior.\n\n3. Try an over the counter Ibuprofen. Advil, Nuprin, and Motrin IB all contain Ibuprofen, which is one of the best pain relievers around. 200 milligrams every four to six hours is the recommended dosage, or twice that if symptoms warrant.\n\n4. Oral contraceptive pills: Have been found to decrease the amount of menstrual tissue formed and lower the pain level (amplitude) of the uterine contractions.\n\n5. Mefenamic acid: Also found over the counter, effectively relieves severe menstrual pain while also reducing heavy menstrual bleeding, easing menstrual migraine, and easing the\nphysical and emotional symptoms of premenstrual syndrome.\n\n6. Reduce salt intake: To prevent water retention that causes bloating. Also, avoid liquor and other alcoholic beverages to reduce headaches.\n\n7. Learn to relax. Rest, sleep and relaxation exercises can help reduce the pain and discomfort of menstrual cramps. A relaxing massage or bath with oil made with chamomile, lavender, marjoram, ginger and/or clary sage. They are aromatic and can aid in relaxation.\n\nNever surrender to pain. There are steps you can take to help alleviate the pain and discomfort. So, the next time you experience any painful menstruation symptoms, be sure to try these tips.
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Abdominal cramps/diaphragm area-Slow down. if this doesn't help, press in firmly where it hurts and breathe out forcefully against your hand. I mean really GRUNT!! It should help.\n\nBody, leg cramps-You could be low on sodium or just dehydrated due to excessive sweating. A sports drink such as gatorade can alleviate this. Don' gulp it down though or it can cause abdominal cramping.\n\nAbdominal&#92;Lower cramping- Too much food or high fiber/or high sugar before a run. Experiment with different foods&#92;liquids before heading out and let them digest for about an hour. Do not run on an empty stomach though, you need the \nfuel.\n\ni hope this helps!!
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Its a cramp caused by lack of potassium\nSolution: Eat bananas. They are full of potassium
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I use Super Mag that I get a a health food store. I have also use Cal - mag as cramps can come from not having enough calium or magnesum. However, if they contiinue she should see a doctor.
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Not to scare you, but my husband had leg cramps for months.  He later developed a blod clot in his leg.  Dr told him that the cramps were likely caused by the clot forming.  If I were you, I'd discuss this issue with your doctor as soon as possible.