Causes of night time Calf Muscle Cramps - Dr. Prashanth Jain

Cramps are basically contractions in the muscles of the body which form a ball like thing in the calf muscle normally or maybe in the feat at times in the sinuses are sometimes in the lower back, they are also known as nocturnal cramps because they occur most commonly just before going to sleep or may be early in the morning. The nocturnal cramps are also previously known as fast list hares the reasons for nocturnal cramps are not actually not know but certain things which have been hypothesized are dehydration of the body exertion, standing on concrete floor for long time, exercising beyond on own body capacity. The other causes of nocturnal cramps can be pregnancy lactation's than certain deficiency in body like vitamin B12 vitamin D calcium magnesium these things are basically the micro-nutrients which may not be available in the food like fast food change offer and therefore it is mandatory for one to keep himself well hydrated consume enough quantity of fresh juices or liquids during the daytime to prevent nocturnal cramps.

[sandramorey]

I had these for a couple of years in my 50's. I started taking Magnesium at bed time and I haven't had them since.

[robertb]

Proper hydration (not too much and certainly not too little) and sufficient Magnesium before bed and in the morning does the trick for me.

[krjourneyfan]

I suffer from foot and calf cramps, especially if I’m dehydrated. I have also found that taking magnesium glycinate daily and getting exercise is essential to avoiding the cramps. Simple leg stretches, calf raises, and ankle exercises before bed helps if I don’t have time to get out and walk each day.

[talhagoraho]

I am only 15 and I suffer this Daily 😣 mostly Foot Cramps And i also have suffered this Nocturnal cramp and that Pain Lasted for 5 days Or 4 days maybe🥺😣

[TNLAVAKUSAbloods]

Actually my grandmother had it.. Thanks for giving information❤❤

[hareeshkumar]

Dehydration is correct...I always suffering the same situation while I wake up from a drunken night

[rapunzel]

The thumbnail is perfect for what m searching for I had this cramps for almost 2 months and in the third month I got admitted for dka this is not a normal pain my whole family suffers from this but dr haven't sayed what precautions and care should be taken and any medication and I was searching by name nerves tightening in legs 🙄

[susie]

I only drink wine on Friday nights. And every Friday night my sleep was disturbed by leg cramps. Someone suggested that I drink water after the wine to compensate for the dehydrating alcohol. I drink a glass of water every Friday night now and the cramps don't happen anymore : D

[xballplayer]

I have found that tucking the sheets and blankets in under the mattress too tightly gives me cramps every time. Leave enough looseness for your foot to be upright should REALLY help

[UpcomingJedi]

What surprises me is that the US govt has NOT wasted MILLIONS of dollars to find out why you get these at night.

[alexlee]

I’m 20 years old and in 2024 I had leg cramps when I woke up in the morning and moved my left or right leg 3 times and now every night when I go to bed, I’m living in fear of calf cramps.

[karphin]

I get them, mainly in my foot, it have had them all the way up my leg, extremely painful! I have discovered, 1) if I drink alcohol late in the day, I may dehydrate or upset electrolyte balance. And 2), if I do get them, I get up and take a glass of fruit juice with high potassium content, or water and some potassium chloride. The cramps are gone in a couple of minutes. I do take magnesium and calcium supp’s, as well as Vitamin D, so don’t think it’s a deficiency in those. But the potassium works for me.

[Right-is-Right]

Dr Prashant Jain, please make a slightly longer video to cover the way one can prevent the cramps and what are some home remedies! When can these cramps become dangerous? When should we seek medical attention?

[reniellapidotheprovince]

You're absolutely correct doc👏👏thank you for a short yet very helpful and informative video, it helps a lot

[gees]

I’m 33 yr ….. I never had this in my life not even my siblings….. just watch out for what u drink and eat every day

[xigzszw]

Mine are from my spinal arthritis and stenosis. If I have a rough/very active day I take ibuprofen with a snack at bedtime. I drink a few sips of tonic water (quinine) during the night if I'm awakenwd by a wicked leg/foot cramp.

[creativebrz]

I am 49 yo and have had leg cramps early in the morning only after I had exercised or worked in the field the day before. I learnt it was caused by lost of electrolite through sweat. When cramp happens I swallow with water a little bit of table salt ( like half tea spoon) and cured within seconds. If I don't, it will take a week for pain to go. For preventive measure, I do the same.

[Maerahn]

I used to get them really bad, until I figured out that they mostly happened when I let my calves get cold - i.e. from hanging them out of the bedcovers when I slept. So I made sure to keep my legs underneath the covers, and to wear pajama bottoms and socks in bed during the colder winter months. Now I barely get them at all - in fact, the only times I do get them is when I don't do all of the things to keep my calves warm in bed.

[tigerexo]

yes exercise too strenuous definitely caused this...i often get cramps after i did leg day

[chgakiyx]

my arthritis on my ankle was acting up and then suddenly i had a cramp on that leg, the stiffness and pain was so horrible 😢