Getting leg cramps (from thigh to ankle and feet) in night while sleeping on bed. It is extremely painful and takes 3 to 5 minutes to go. Any treatment to get rid of it.

Question

Leg cramps can be due to following conditions 
1.Dehydration, 
 2.calcium deficiency or conditions like
 3. Atherosclerosis of blood vessels,  4.Thyroid or kidney problems. 

Considering your age its most likely due to dehydration or nutrition related. It will be relieved by simple measures as follows:

1. Take adequate liquids, sports drink like Gatorade,  fruit juices , buttermilk,  lemonade etc. 
2. Stretch your calf muscles daily.
3. You can massage calf muscles and apply cold pack when they pain. In cases of severe pain take simple analgesics like paracetamol. 
4. Avoid prolonged standing or sitting cross-legged. Change postures in between. 
5. Take calcium supplements.
6. Take healthy nutritious diet.
7. If you are taking medicines like diuretics,  statins, review with your doctor as they can cause cramps too.

If problem persists get your thyroid profile, kidney functions  done and consult with your doctor.

Poonam Patel Vasani · Accepted Answer

Leg cramps can be due to following conditions 
1.Dehydration, 
 2.calcium deficiency or conditions like
 3. Atherosclerosis of blood vessels,  4.Thyroid or kidney problems. 

Considering your age its most likely due to dehydration or nutrition related. It will be relieved by simple measures as follows:

1. Take adequate liquids, sports drink like Gatorade,  fruit juices , buttermilk,  lemonade etc. 
2. Stretch your calf muscles daily.
3. You can massage calf muscles and apply cold pack when they pain. In cases of severe pain take simple analgesics like paracetamol. 
4. Avoid prolonged standing or sitting cross-legged. Change postures in between. 
5. Take calcium supplements.
6. Take healthy nutritious diet.
7. If you are taking medicines like diuretics,  statins, review with your doctor as they can cause cramps too.

If problem persists get your thyroid profile, kidney functions  done and consult with your doctor.