The sudden and sharp tightening in the calf that wakes you up at 3 am or strikes mid-walk is more common than you realise. Muscle cramps especially in the legs are one of the most frequently reported ...

Bananas are popular for relieving muscle cramps, but it’s unclear how much they help. Muscle cramps are involuntary muscle contractions or spasms that are common after exercise and can be ...

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You're relaxing on the sofa when suddenly your eyelid starts twitching. Or perhaps it's a muscle in your arm, your leg, or your foot that begins to spasm—sometimes for a few seconds, sometimes for ...

Dehydration and having a herniated disc are common causes of charley horses. A doctor can diagnose a charley horse with a physical exam, but may use imaging tests. Staying hydrated and stretching can ...

A new discovery may explain why so many people abandon cholesterol-lowering statins because of muscle pain and weakness. Researchers found that certain statins can latch onto a key muscle protein and ...

Leg cramps can be an early symptom of congestive heart failure due to decreased blood flow. Managing congestive heart failure with the prescribed treatment plan can help ease leg cramps. Daily leg ...

Picture this: You’ve finally committed to a strength training routine and you’re feeling strong. But now you’re deep in the numbers. Reps...sets...weight ...

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