Stop Leg Cramps: Top 5 Remedies & Cures
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- Stop Leg Cramps: Top 5 Remedies & Cures
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Bob and Brad discuss the top 5 remedies and cures to stop leg cramps.
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I am 77 and have had cramp in my thigh every morning, I also have osteoporosis and collapse in my back. I have been doing your exercises every day and have no more cramps. Thank you very much. :)
Had leg cramps at night my whole life. My job requires standing for long hours - I don't drink enough water in a day either. I finally solved the problem by taking 400mg, 2x per day of Magnesium. I don't dare miss my daily dose or it's almost a guarantee that leg cramps will wake me up at night.
You should drink more water
Magnesium salts in the bath.
@@McFraneth The skin is a protective barrier that keeps the magnesium out. The sprays don't work either. Blood tests confirm this.
U are so right! Took care of mine!!
Well, for years I've also taken MAGNESIUM in the evening for the same reason. Then about 6 months ago I tried MAGNESIUM LOTION. OMG!! I had zero expectations. I slathered this stuff on one night, mostly back of my legs, lower back, and inside of elbow. Dear baby Jesus! In less than an hour I got SOOO sleepy, I fell asleep in a chair for hours, which I never do. Finally got to bed and slept another 9 hours, which is unheard of. But it was the quality of the deep sleep I had missed for years that really struck me. Now, I use it sparingly unless I know I need that extra sleep, in which case I use extra lotion. I don't need blood tests to tell me it works!
I found that hot water like in a hot tub will almost relieve cramps instantly. Since I no longer have that, I use a heat pack. I have had leg cramps since I was a child. I am now 80 and knock on wood, I haven’t had any for a while.
I've had them since I was a child. Even had a doctor tell my mother it was just growing pains she just walks around too much. Then in my adulthood when I was having my gallbladder removed my doctor told me my body was low and magnesium and when I looked up some of the symptoms leg cramps was right at the top of the list followed by heart palpitations from. Doctors today don't know shit about food or nutrition or vitamins and supplements. Today I take 400 mg of magnesium daily everyday for the past 20 years. And not magnesium oxide either that's scraping the bottom of the barrel I take magnesium citrate or better such as chelate or tartrate
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Great to hear!
@@KCCAT5 Thank you so much for sharing this with us. My husband has the same symptoms…leg cramps and heart palpitations.
When I worked at a gym, using the jacuzzi there helped my muscle cramps. Though, working at the gym, and working out there, was also the cause of my muscle cramps. And they're right that stretching the cramping muscle immediately can stop the cramp. But it has to be immediately. Once it was fully cramped was too late for me. By then, only the jacuzzi helped.
PS, I've used the ACV for restless legs. It helps. But pickle juice helped even more. So, maybe pickle juice would help with leg cramps, too.
Thanks for sharing!
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Thanks!
I find 90 percent of the time I get the leg cramps it's from dehydration. Thank you always for your advice you two
Thanks for all the medical literature that kept me busy during my growing years. But your msg is timely too. Thanks.
You're very welcome!
Bay leaf tea! After years of nighttime leg cramps, I read an article about bay leaf tea. Being blessed with a ten-metre bay hedge, it was an easy option - and it works! Luckily, I love the aroma of bay leaf and it’s easy-peasy to make. I cut 5 leaves into a pan of boiling water, lower the gas and let it simmer for approximately 6 minutes. Smells great, tastes good and I haven’t had cramps for over a year ☺️. Apparently, the leaves are rich in magnesium. I did try magnesium supplements once, several years ago; made no difference (except to my bank balance!).
Thank you for your videos. I’m a great believer in self-help, it’s great to have access to your supportive knowledge.
I've had very painful leg and feet cramps at night for years. Magnesium helps (I take it daily) to minimize the incidence of them occuring, but only heat helps once they start. Stretching won't work them out. I have a large microwave heating pad I keep next to my bed. I sometimes have to repeat the treatment a few times. But it really works!
I find that I get out of bed and walk and stretch. If that doesn't work I go to the refrigerator and drink about a half a cup of dill pickle juice and it's gone before I close the refrigerator door. Works every time. Love your videos. Thanks!
Glad to hear it!
Thanks for the valuable and helpful info you shared...!
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My mom's doctor told her years ago to get up and drink some pickle juice and she swears it works every time. Quicker than mixing apple cider and water plus I believe getting up and walking to the fridge also helps to stretch the calf muscles out. Love your videos guys, always very helpful, thank you.
Thanks!
I have tried everything for my painful night leg cramps. The BEST remedy is pickle juice! I can feel the muscles loosen up as the juice works it's way down. I buy pickle juice by the gallons now to make sure I'm never out!
I've always drunk tonic water because the quinine makes the cramp go away immediately, but my friends kept recommending pickle juice, and I've found it works at least as well if not better.
Thank you. I love this channel.
Thanks for being here!
What about taking magnesium for leg cramps at night- works well for me!?!
Thanks!
Yes I take it , no restless legs 👍🏼
I have cerebral palsy and I struggle with leg cramps and spasms. I have tried lots of home remedies. Heat helps the most as well as homeopathic OTC's. I take a magnesium supplement and in an emergency pickle juice will help stop a leg cramp. It probably works on the same premise as the apple cider vinegar, all I know is it works for me.
I just wrote something about pickle juice, too. I use it for restless legs. For me, pickle juice works better than the apple cider vinegar. And I take magnesium and OTC homeopathic meds for RLS, too. I think that RLS and leg cramps are closely related.
Theraworx has really helped me. Apply at night or when you get a cramp. It's an amazing product made of magnesium sulfate.
We take the magnesium, too but we also found a Magnesium spray that can be sprayed directly on the spasm or cramp and it relieves it instantly along with stretching the muscle. That is interesting about the pickle juice. Thanks for the tip.
I graduated from Theraworx to MAGNESIUM LOTION. I think it is much stronger. I put it behind my knees and around my ankles and inner elbows. A $12 bottle lasts me 2 to 3 months. Don't use too much unless you want to deep sleep for 10 hours!
I got an email from a doctor I've used before, and he said yellow mustard helps as well. He said you can eat it or apply it directly to the muscle. That sounds kind of gross to slather mustard on a muscle, but desperate times....
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You are very welcome!
I’m a fan of magnesium- it’s the central element in chlorophyll and I don’t like green veggies 🥬 so I don’t probably eat enough magnesium
I have this magnesium citrate drink mix, and haven’t had leg cramps when I drink that on occasion.
Make some magnesium lotion. Easy recipe at bumblebee apothecary
Thanks for sharing!
Thank you everyone for the help!!!!!!!!!
You are very welcome!
The theraworxs relief works AMAZING!!! It doesn't smell at all & it's not sticky. Total life saver! I keep it on my nightstand.
Glad you found what works for you!
Yes many times does help
I'm 25 and have been having night time calf cramps since I was very young. It's pretty rare but every once in a while I get them at night and they hurt so bad! I always stand up and step on my heel with my toes pointing up and that stops it but man it's sore in the morning
What about low sodium V-8 juice? Its the highest form of potassium in a food source. Water, salt and potassium are the ingredients of the muscle pump.
Tonic Water is our go to!
Keep a bottle by the bed
Works fast!
Thanks for sharing!
Welcome back. We missed you. Take care of yourself.
Thanks!
Love the Nuun tablets! Has helped me a lot. Living in the desert, you really need them!
Glad Bob is ok. 👍 We need both you guys to stay fit, healthy, and pain free...and keep uploading every day!
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@@trusound170 mouth surgery.
@@withoutfurtheradoforever Thank you! That explains the delicate sounding speech.
Thank you so much for your valuable information vids. What about inner thigh cramping?
I used to get those, especially in the middle of the night. In my case, I found that I'd get inner-thigh cramps because my thigh muscles were tightly wound, usually from a longish bike ride during the day. One evening I was sitting down watching TV after a bike-ride day, dreading yet half-resigned to suffering another 3am cramp, when I decided to dig a thumb into my thigh just above my knee and the muscle started jumping around - a big reaction. It felt weird but kind of good so I kept digging. Eventually, the muscle relaxed and stopped reacting so much to the massage. So I dug my thumbs into other parts of my thigh chasing those "wriggles" until I'd covered and relaxed the muscles of pretty much the whole thigh. Then, I did the same to my other leg. When I extended the massage to the inner thighs (using my fingertips this time) I found I had to be careful not to overdo it or I might actually trigger a cramp. Well, that night I didn't get the dreaded post-ride cramps, wonder of wonders. So I massaged again the next night, and again escaped any cramps. And now it's a habit; I take a few minutes and massage my thighs as part of my pre-bed ritual. I also do it during the day whenever they feel a bit tight. It took maybe a week of daily massages before I found that my thighs were basically relaxed even before I start the massage (from the lack of muscles jumping around). I've been inner-thigh cramp-free for several months now. I already hydrate and stretch regularly, but these thigh massages were the real fix for me. Hope this helps!
Why are you guys in my room at night? First knee pain, now leg cramps. You guys are psychic!
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I know, they were in my euterus cuz it's Friday night even though 🎶 Everyday is Saturday night but I can't wait for Sunday morning 🌄🎶 Sunday morning 🌄🎶! Quoi?
Thank you so much..I take magnesium every day and that is helping a lot. Sometimes I get a cramp in each inner thigh at the same.time..serious pain.
Glad to hear you have found some relief!
Drinking Pickle juice works also.
Thanks!
Theraworks works! My husband would get very painful cramps in the inner thigh and putting this product on after the cramp has started alleviates it right away. It's amazing.
What about pickles or pickle juice. That has worked for me. You guys are great!!!
Dill picke juice
A lot of people have mentioned this as well!
Magnesium Citrate is better absorbed than Oxide. It has dramatically reduced the length and severity.
Thanks!
Thnk you so much. I also put a heated bean bag under the muscle and it gives immediate relief
I apply Ancient Minerals Magnesium Cream (it also comes in an oil version) and I keep it by my bed. Cramps subside very quickly. Thanks for your information about this. Stay well guys.
Thanks!
This I will try if I can find it for my wife.
Thanks.
Cramps can be caused by low calcium. Try increasing calcium suppliments. Also, pickle juice
For me it's getting the right balance of calcium and magnesium. Plus pickle juice. Though, I get restless legs more often than leg cramps now that I am not working out anymore. It was overactivity that was the cause of my leg cramps.
Thanks for sharing
Nice Job! I have a friend that I golf with that I have seen use a tablespoon or two of yellow mustard from the club restaurant if he has cramps come on. Always seems to work well.
Interesting, thanks for sharing!
I'll attest to that! When I get night cramps in my legs I'll stretch and then head to the refrigerator to get the mustard. I grab the plastic bottle of mustard, shake it well and then squeeze 1 Tsp to 1 Tbsp of mustard into my mouth and swallow. It works relatively fast.
81 year old wife has awful night time cramps. Always hit in early am. I have her do calf stretches and she eats a spoon of yellow mustard a week. I am going to check out the cider video. Her leg and foot do just like you said. I have to push that foot back. The pain is awful and I feel so bad for her. I massage her during attack and cover her with those foams you spoke of and they do help.( considering the pain, they work rather fast) Will try that as preventive. I gave her a stretching block I made for stretching my calves after a w/o in younger years. Just an H out of 2x material.
I make a magnesium lotion with magnesium chloride flakes. That takes it away completely! I get the cramps in the tops of my feet as well. The easy recipe is on bumblebee apothecary.
Thanks for sharing!
Good volume now. Brad is looking fantastic. A Mexican culture method apply raw egg directly onto legs ( leave on approx 20 minutes until dried) which causes a protein chemical reaction that eases muscle/ tissue. ACV rubbed onto legs helps fantastically.
Thanks!
💙 You guys you're fantastic men 👍🏻
Thank you !
@@BobandBrad Excellent keep it up 👍🏻
Hi Bob and Brad,
Please do an episode on foot cramp!
He talked about that here.
I have added this to our to do list!
I get them mostly during the work-week but it takes 24 hrs. for those muscles to truly relax. I've found 3 things most helpful, mostly taking magnesium taurate daily, using magnesium spray before bedtime when I feel them coming on and leg cramp pills which give relief in 10-20 minutes.
Thanks for sharing!
How about toe cramps? How do I treat it? Please help. Thank you both. Love your shows.
Magnesium will cure all cramps
As a kid I did the mistake 🤐 of telling my mom 🤦my big toe was cramped-up, she'd tell my dad who, somehow, pegged me down and idk, pull, crack my toe I guess (who does thatm) pure delight/glee had they and you know it always worked! 🤙
Use your hand to pull your toes back. Do it immediately when you feel the cramps. Taking magnesium and pickle juice before bed helps to prevent it.
@@anyascelticcreations I sleep with a loose (not tucked under the mattress like a lot of people do) top sheet. The end of the top sheet is tucked under my feet. When I occasionally feel a cramp while sleeping, I just pull the sheet hard which causes my toe to be pulled back and that fixes the cramp.
:) The comments below are pretty well
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Thanks!
Brad has been wearing that shirt for at least five years. I'm impressed.
I used to use a hair dryer when I got them !
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Using my thermotex to treat a calve muscle cramp. 👍
Thank you
You're welcome!
I get terrible cramps a lot of times in both legs at the same time it is so painful!!! I do use TheraWorks really does work it is a spray not a foam that you spray and rub on your legs, feet, thighs, ect.!
thanks, this has been mentioned a few times, may have to check it out!
I’ve had calf cramp/tightening on left calf when standing, sitting down it’s fine. About a week now
I get cramps at night but it's mostly in the thigh and it hurt to walk on it so pickle juice is better drink it straight or mixed with water
I have had calf and foot cramping issues the last 2+ years. I just thought it was from overuse (marathon/half training and races) and due to adding calf raises to my workouts. Or from being dehydrated. So I just tried to drink even more and massage but neither seems to help much, if at all. I never thought about a possible circulation issue. I am super active and thought only sedentary people have those issues. I have also noticed more and more if I squat down to do something and then stand up I get dizzy for a bit. I know that is usually something to do with blood pressures but not sure how to make it stop happening. Some people say it is normal, but I am not sure about that.
Hopefully these ideas will help
The best remedy in the world for the cramps is magnesium spray CALM from Activation Product company, spray it on the cramping muscles and a cramp instantly disappears. You are welcome!
Thanks
You're welcome!
But how do you stop nocturnal foot and big toe cramps that are curling up towards shins. I usualy have to take one foot and step on the affected foot & toe. It does not help much. Plus I do the apple cider vinegar drink and then organic quinine in water. No help at all. The apple cider vinegar just irritates my stomach lining.
I hope Bob is feeling ok.
Thanks, he is : )
pickle juice or pickles work. also salt in your hand and lick it a few times. I guess electrolytes there
thanks!
Thoughts about quinine as remedy for leg cramp?
We will have to look into it
Apple cider vinegar also helps with stomach issues. Helped with my acid issues ❤️
Thanks!
Tonic water is also good for leg cramps.
Night cramps are the bane of my life! I can feel it pulling my foot slowly down till it cramps. Nothing in my experience works but mine is from nerve damage after CES.
Very sorry to hear that
Theraworx does help because it is liquid topical magnesium. But I've found MAGNESIUM LOTION to be much stronger. Not only will it relieve cramps, but it will improve your sleep quality. 😴😴😴
Thanks!
I have been getting leg cramps since I was in my 50's. I get up and walk into the bathroom. By the time I get there the pain has stopped and I can do a mild wall stretch.
You should see a venous specialist/cardiologist. Some cramps have underlying issues. I have Chronic Venous Insufficiency and suffer from cramps. It could be CVI or Peripheral Arterial Disease in your case. It sounds like you have claudication (they mentioned it). Its a symptom of PAD.
Glad to hear it!
I could not tell exactly what the name of the cramp-eliminating spray was that you mentioned. Is it TEARworks? That’s what it sounded like.
I get cramp in my lower legs and around my ankles virtually every night. If I am really unlucky I get it in my inner thighs/groin area. That is awful. I've tried every remedy and old wives tales out there. Nothing works. However I also get very slight twitching in my lower legs at night. I wonder if the two are connected and the cause of my problems is in my nervice system or spinal column.
hi bob and BRAD theraworks really works it’s a foam spray and it works fast to get rid of all leg cramps , foot cramps snd anywhere you get cramps thanks for the great video I use it and it works 😊👍
Thanks for the suggestion!
I have pain shooting from the left side of my lower back past my butt into my leg and I cand stand or bend my back should I go to the Doctor or is this something I can wait out?
You need to go to a doctor because he'll know to ask the questions you didn't answer here. Recent medication changes, how much/often do you urinate and drink (depletes electrolytes) - and many other questions I can't explain because I Am Not A Doctor.
Sounds like it could be sciatica. Here is a link to our Sciatica program that you can try: www.bobandbrad.com/sciatica
I suffer from cramps all over my body legs stomach neck hands arms and one thing I do know that gets it out quick is hot water hot water with a cloth using a cloth depressing on the legs rib so wherever the cramp is coming from if you at home what's even better if a hot bath how did you can take it get in there at that water hit them cramps stretch the muscles out and you will get rid of them much faster
Pickle juice also works.
thanks, there's a lot of people saying that here :)
Requip plus neurontin, both prescription.
Thanks !
Magnesium taken before bed fixed mine. Had them all my life before that.
Glad you found what works for you!
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Hi bob and brad , I was bedridden for over a year, now if I walk I am in terrible pain, what can I do thanks 😊 Ann Marie
What are your issues? Is anything broken? Why were you bedridden?
@@BobandBrad I was sick , now the only relief from my neck pain was to lay down, in which , now my muscles ake, as I just, when I walk the muscles contracted to the point where they are so pain contractions, please can you help thank you
I get the cramps from the inside of the knee up to the groin on the inside, in both legs at the same time. Darn near makes me pass out. I drink plenty of water, make sure the electrolyte are balanced. Keep hyland cramp relief beside my bed. Also I keep a bottle of quinine in the fridge. I would like to know how prevent them.
This is the same thing that happens to me. My legs are sore for days afterwards.
Just last night my husband got a cramp just as you describe! He said it made him nauseous.
I've had the same thing for many years, doesn't only happen while sleeping...when driving, when sitting, when walking....nightly magnesium 300mg helps as well as Hylands...getting quality sleep would be wonderful
You should see a venous specialist/cardiologist. Some cramps have underlying issues. I used to suffer a lot of them to the point I had to go to the ER. Then I was diagnosed with Chronic Venous Insufficiency. I get intesely painful inner thigh and back of the thigh cramps. It could be CVI. Its more common than most people think and it goes undiagnosed a lot.
Those are the worst. Debilitating. I cannot even stand up and have to force myself upright and it hurts so badly in my hips! Pickle juice works quickly. I upped my magnesium and electrolytes and rarely have them now. I also used a lot of stevia at one time and I read that it can cause muscle cramps. I have cut way back, but when I have too much, I will get cramps.
I can't afford the Thermotex right now, but that looks nice.
It is very nice! We do have random giveaways on it, you could try to win one !
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Thanks!
I'm a nurse and am on my feet at least 9 to 10 hours a day with only a 15 to 20 minute lunch when I get to sit. The cramps get so bad at night I almost puke. I know I need to drink more, but there is simply no time, and drinks aren't allowed on the floor.
Same with me.had them bad one night in both legs and nd couldn't even move/started hype t ventilating due to intense pain.
You should see a venous specialist/cardiologist. Some cramps have underlying issues. I have Chronic Venous Insufficiency and suffer from cramps and varicose veins. It could be CVI. If you are on your feet a lot, investing on a good medical-grade compression stocking helps.
It's ridiculous what they put you nurses through. That's beyond what humans are meant to do.
Blackstrap molasses helped me when I used to get horrible leg cramps. I put it in my water that I drank throughout the day. And I took it straight before bed.
Pickle juice helps, too.
But I don't see how you are going to truly cure the problem if they won't allow you to drink while at work. That's just inhuman to expect of you.
@@rumblefish9 Thanks will do!
Try to drink more on the off times when you are not working.
You did not mention rinsing out the mouth after using apple cider vinegar. This protects the teeth enamel.. I have not tried it. I have been making certain to get my vitamin supplements while I eat. Plus, I have have been doing Sara Meeks videos. I have osteopenia. The leg stretches before bed helped. It does not matter what I try, I occasionally get upper leg cramps. Getting up and walking is the only thing that stops one of them. It is just that cramps break up my sleep.
My husband is on his feet a lot. He drinks tonic water (quinine) when he cramps up. IMO
Thanks for sharing!
I occasionally have cramps on the inside of my thighs. Any suggestions?
If you think it is more than regular muscle cramps we would have to suggest you see your doctor to look into things further
Isn't there anyone else that has had them for years in one leg and never in the other? My doctor doesn't seem concerned.
My leg cramps are foot, shin & calf all at the same time. Sometimes its both legs at same time. very painful. How do you stretch a shin?
Have somebody help you. Lay down on your back with your legs straight out. They will sit at your feet and gently push your foot to the side (inward). You should feel it in your tibialis anterior. Do this for each leg one at a time. This is a move I do for clients. Bonus round: Have both feet pointed inward at each other.
You can also strip the muscle by placing your thumb at the shin bone and going to the outer side up and down from ankle to knee. You'll feel the separation between muscle and bone as you do it and it feels GREAT even better when someone else does it.
@@GoldenFrizbee thank you.
Here's a video you can try as well - it works for shins as well: th-cam.com/video/j-qMgIMOt-I/w-d-xo.html
@@BobandBrad Thank You.
Hum ACV-that’s a new ☝️ one
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Hi. I get leg cramps mostly at night and occasionally during the day.
As I understand it, it's caused by dehydration and a lack of magnesium and potassium.
Bananas, potatoes and multi-vitamins for us who are over 60.
At night? I head straight to the bathroom, as soon as I can walk the 10 feet without losing my balance or screaming - and chug some water.
Almost immediate relief.
Hope this helps someone out there, from your eternal sister in Christ somewhere near Seattle.
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Thanks!
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I got osteomyelitis in 3 cervical and 7 thoracic vertebrae from MRSA ~ 9 years ago.
Could. Not. Breathe.
Coughing, sneezing, laughing or crying in pain? Out of the question.
Inhale? Expands the lungs and opens the rib cage which are attached to the vertebrae. Don't breathe!
Spent 2 months in the Hospital with Vancomyacin in a PICC line, then another month in a SNF with another PICC.
Have had 8 PICCs, including having MSSA (thank God not MRSA). Was in the Hospital from December 14 for 6 straight weeks to the end of January 2022. 18 IVs and PICC numbers 7 and 8. One a Midline.
The University of Washington fitted me with a CTLS clam shell.
It works for me (age 62). Was hoping that it might help someone else out there in YT land.
Thanks again, guys, for your awesome PT vids.
P.S. I use your tip to put a pillow under your ribs when sleeping on my side. It works!! 😂
Tonic water with quinine will prevent leg cramping.
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What about hip flexer cramps ?
Could be too tight - here is a video you can try: th-cam.com/video/rJuUrF99MNU/w-d-xo.html
I KNOW THIS IS CRAZY BUT CAN YAL PLEASE TALK ABOUT WHAT TO DO WITH CRAMPS IN THE ABS PLEASE I HAVE CRAMPS IN MY LEFT MIDDLE AB THANK GOD IT'S JUST 1 BUT TODAY IS THE FIRST DAY THAT OMG IT WOULDN'T STOP FOR A WHOLE HOUR AND I WAS JUST REALLY WATCHING TV BUT MR'S. AND IN 1 AB AND IT WAS JUST REALLY HARD I AM TALKING ABOUT ICE HARD AND I WAS REALLY TRYING TO ACTUALLY STRECH IT OUT BUT IT JUST REALLY GOT HARDER LIKE I DON'T LIKE TAKEING PILLS BUT I HAD TO AND THEN IT DIDN'T LEAVE SO I JUST STRECH AND LET IT BE GRRRRR LOL REALLY.
Supplement with electrolytes. There are many brands on the market, just make sure there's plenty of potassium and magnesium as they are the biggies. (Most people aren't going to be low on sodium because of modern diet, but the electrolyte drinks have that as well so you're covered.)
For immediate relief, try direct heat. Put a small rag in hot water, put it in a zip-lock bag and place where it hurts. Some people claim that cold works (not my experience) so if heat doesn't then try cold. If heat does work it will only 'soften' the cramped area.
If you sweat, urinate, vomit or have diarrhea you will lose water and the water will carry away electrolytes with it. You will have to replace those, either with a high-quality diet or supplements.
NOTE: My other reply assumes that you have a palpable muscle cramp and nothing else. There are organs (mostly intestines) that can cause pain, and muscles can cramp because of other pain nearby. Your body is trying to 'hold everything tight' to prevent further damage.
If you have had this before (and survived this far) you're probably okay, but consider visiting a doctor to rule out this possibility.
I will add it to our to do list!
1:56,2:15,2:48,3:20,4:10night cramp,6:03,7:10,8:50
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take a sip of apple cider viniger
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Mustard works for me
I just got an email from a doctor the other day, and he recommended this as well. He said you can eat it or apply it directly to the muscle that's cramping.
@@jmr9735 powdered mustard used as a poltus is great for when you have a cold or fever, and you can't get warm. I did this, and I was warm again in an hour. Be careful though it could burn your skin if not done right, as I did. I put it on my chest and back. It warms up pretty fast.
Glad you have something that helps
I know this is rude but I must request it from professionals such as yourselves. I have a dislocated hip and was hoping you could help by creating a video playlist titled "Dislocated?" And explain how to know if parts are dislocated and what to do to help them if they can be helped without seeing a chiropractor.
My hip has been dislocated for 2 years. It hurts frequently and I do not have a very active lifestyle. I know improving would be stretching and such but want to get yalls insight on the topic? Thank you in advance should you read this comment let alone take them time to respond in any form! :)
(Agaun. Sorry to ask this in the comments)
Absolutely, we will make the playlist, put all related videos in it that we already have and also have added it to our to do list to get some more insight on things we haven't done a video on
@@BobandBrad thank you so so much! I really appreciate it and look forward to your insights on the different subjects! 😃
I find that if I ingest salt, potassium salt and/or calcium/magnesium supplements my cramp issues go away. Now many of my cramps are side cramps, occasionally leg or foot cramps... but eating electrolytes solves them all
What electrolytes do you take?
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I get cramps in the abdomen and stomach area
I get cramps in my th all the time b most of them usually at nigh
"Healthy, Fit and pain free", Bob. "After 10 years you'd think I'd remember that", Brad. 🤣 Good t'ing u guys are partners 😜
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I have found putting some old wine corks in the bed help stop my leg cramps. It could be psychosomatic - I don't care. It works for me.
One tablespoon of mustard will stop leg cramps, 2-3 ozs of apple cider vinegar of pickle juice will also stop leg cramps
My cousin, who was a marathoner all of his life, swore by yellow mustard. When he got a cramp, he would eat packets of mustard. It works on the same principle of breaking the brain-muscle connection, just like apple cider. I've run into enough different people who swear by it, that there must be something to it, but it's never worked for me. I keep an elastic band next to my bed and when I get a cramp, I use it to stretch the muscles.