I get cramps in my led and thigh frequently. What is the reason and any treatment? This has been from many years to me. Please suggest.

Question

Leg cramps at your age could be due to 1.peripheral neuropathy muscle strain, dehydration 2.over exertion, compression of nerve due to lumbar stenosis, 3.mineral deficiency(calcium,Magnesium,Potassium) Treatment 1.Take good nourishing diet with plenty of green leafy vegetables,fruits 2.Drink plenty of water with electral/ORS powder 3.Take multi vitamin supplement like one capsule of polybion daily 3. Massaging cramped muscle 4.Hot fomentation by heating pad, warm water bath 5. stretching exercise etc 6. Take adequate rest and avoid over exertion

Lalit Kumar Tripathy · Accepted Answer

Leg cramps at your age could be due to 1.peripheral neuropathy muscle strain, dehydration 2.over exertion, compression of nerve due to lumbar stenosis, 3.mineral deficiency(calcium,Magnesium,Potassium) Treatment 1.Take good nourishing diet with plenty of green leafy vegetables,fruits 2.Drink plenty of water with electral/ORS powder 3.Take multi vitamin supplement like one capsule of polybion daily 3. Massaging cramped muscle 4.Hot fomentation by heating pad, warm water bath 5. stretching exercise etc 6. Take adequate rest and avoid over exertion