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By *punk lover OP   Man
2 weeks ago

Dunstable

Have started getting cramps in my calves sometimes the soles of my feet and sometimes in my toes but only happens when in bed and asleep in the early mornings ….have to get up and try and walk around for a bit till it goes away…..starting to get me down a bit any ideas guys ……and yes I will see a doctor if it persists

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By *mma_EvansTV/TS
2 weeks ago

Preston


"and yes I will see a doctor if it persists "

xx

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By *oodpeckerMan
2 weeks ago

Falkirk

Dehydration and or salt/mineral deficiencies, sedentary lifestyle, side effects from some prescription drugs can all play a part in this. Some light stretching before bedtime can help.

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By *amesjrMan
2 weeks ago

Leeds

I sometimes get calf cramp in bed when I'm a bit dehydrated

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By *eedsbearmanMan
2 weeks ago

Leeds

Dehydration is one reason.

Also lack of magnesium, I take magnesium glycinate capsules before bed which has helped.

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By *lexieMan
2 weeks ago

Just north of Southampton


"Dehydration and or salt/mineral deficiencies, sedentary lifestyle, side effects from some prescription drugs can all play a part in this. Some light stretching before bedtime can help."

Good advice above, stay hydrated (dri k plenty of tepid water, not fizzy drinks), keep you're electrolites up, saline (salt) levels. Winter time... vitimin D and C need to be maintained. Get your colestrel and BP levels checked!

As you stated... see a GP if symptoms persist. Thankfully, we are close to the EU if you need to see a doctor!

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By *arrogateDadMan
2 weeks ago

Harrogate

Diabetic ?

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By *antyLover66Man
2 weeks ago

Ilkeston

Take magnesium it's helped me

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By *astDevonGuyMan
2 weeks ago

East Devon


"Take magnesium it's helped me"

Yes I’ve had good results by taking a a magnesium supplement. Regular excruciating cramp is now a thing of the past.

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By *isingleagainMan
2 weeks ago

ashton

Tonic water (contains quinine). Preferably the higher quality like fever tree. The Small cans are like a measured dose for convenience. Lol

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By *ajkumarkapoorMan
2 weeks ago

England

Causes are :

Lack of water or nutrients (calcium, magnesium, potassium) makes muscles prone to involuntary contraction.

Muscle Fatigue/Overuse: Intense exercise, standing for long periods, or walking on hard surfaces.

Poor Circulation: Reduced blood flow to the legs.

Footwear: Shoes that lack support force muscles into unnatural positions, causing toe/arch spasms.

Sleeping Position: Sleeping on the stomach with toes pointed down can cause the calves to shorten and cramp.

Medical Conditions: Diabetes, nerve damage, or thyroid disorders.

Management:

Stretch: Stretch the calf muscles before bed or when a cramp occurs.

Hydrate: Ensure adequate water intake throughout the day.

Warmth: Use a warm compress or take a warm bath to relax tightened muscles.

Footwear: Wear supportive shoes and avoid high heels.

Minerals: Increase intake of foods rich in potassium and magnesium.

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By *elloMan
2 weeks ago

shrewsbury

Get a blood test to rule out diabetes or arthritis

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By *ildwestheroMan
2 weeks ago

Llandrindod Wells


"and yes I will see a doctor if it persists

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You are obviously concerned now so don't delay. See a doctor asap.

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By *punk lover OP   Man
2 weeks ago

Dunstable

Thanks guys some good advice

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By *oodpeckerMan
2 weeks ago

Falkirk


"and yes I will see a doctor if it persists

You are obviously concerned now so don't delay. See a doctor asap."

Doctors have enough on their plates: cramp doesn't usually warrant a visit to a GP, unless it's persistent and not responding to the obvious treatments mentioned above.

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By *ugarrainMan
2 weeks ago

paisley

Have you tried a mouthful of spunk before retiring at night?

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By *awihMan
2 weeks ago

Aldershot

I tend to go for a massage once a month, that gets the knots out and free’s up the muscles.

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By *punk lover OP   Man
2 weeks ago

Dunstable


"Have you tried a mouthful of spunk before retiring at night?"

Will have to try that

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By *tar33Man
2 weeks ago

North London (outer)


"and yes I will see a doctor if it persists

You are obviously concerned now so don't delay. See a doctor asap.

Doctors have enough on their plates: cramp doesn't usually warrant a visit to a GP, unless it's persistent and not responding to the obvious treatments mentioned above."

Some sense at last, I can't believe how many people are advising the OP to contact his GP over such a minor issue that is easy to resolve yourself.

I recently read similar advice given to someone who was describing cold symptoms, and just yesterday, another complaining of balinitus.

No wonder it's difficult for people who are genuinely ill to get a GP's appointment these days.

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By (user no longer on site)
2 weeks ago

Night cramps often come with age I think pre-existing restless leg syndrome (fasciculation) promotes mine.

Along with everything else above, check your posture, especially if using a desktop/laptop. Sitting in a stressed position for hours contributes to RSI, which doesn't help. I've found that night cramp goes with a particular sleeping position, with legs drawn up, also if one foot is pressing against the other in bed, the pressed foot hurts the next day. This will usually walk off.

Coffee doesn't help, either.

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By *ustOneBearMan
2 weeks ago

Neath

The only thing with magnesium supplements although good for cramps and sleep, I took the 3 in 1 “geeks” supplement. Side effects include nearly shitting the bed. Stopped the night I stopped taking them. A quick look online shows I wasn't the only one.

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By *oodpeckerMan
2 weeks ago

Falkirk


"The only thing with magnesium supplements although good for cramps and sleep, I took the 3 in 1 “geeks” supplement. Side effects include nearly shitting the bed. Stopped the night I stopped taking them. A quick look online shows I wasn't the only one. "

Easy to overdose on magnesium (most people get enough with a normal diet) and other supplements.

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By *awihMan
2 weeks ago

Aldershot

Try looking up Crampex, an OTC treatment for Night Leg Cramps. Should be available from most Chemists

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By (user no longer on site)
2 weeks ago

I'd just add that I got muscle pains in my left leg immediately after starting Amlodipine for blood pressure (the alternative cure is to ignore some of the posts on here ) This may have been due to an old injury compromising the lymph system; the pain faded out at the original site and worked its way down. Three months later, more or less gone.

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By *licequeen891Man
2 weeks ago

Teddington

I'd say lay down flat on your bed, keep your feet straight up in the air, and toes curl towards up and it goes away. I get bad cramps too from time to time and I do this and it goes away

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By *eslitaMan
2 weeks ago

Helston

Sounds like dehydration or gout to me. try drinking more water based drinks but if you keep waking up in the early hours with foot pain or when you get up, maybe suspect gout and get it checked out.

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By *hubbyGayTraffordMan
2 weeks ago

Stretford

I would speak to a GP .

Could be something like not enough Iron or Plantar Fasciatus.

For the latter you can buy insoles while you wait for orthotics.

If it's iron you could just take a multi-vitamin that contains it.

Don't take my word for it though , see a GP.

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By *oodpeckerMan
2 weeks ago

Falkirk

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By *oodpeckerMan
2 weeks ago

Falkirk


"The only thing with magnesium supplements although good for cramps and sleep, I took the 3 in 1 “geeks” supplement. Side effects include nearly shitting the bed. Stopped the night I stopped taking them. A quick look online shows I wasn't the only one.

Easy to overdose on magnesium (most people get enough with a normal diet) and other supplements."

I suspect a teaspoon (or more 😋) of peanut butter (without added sugar and palm oil, i.e. nothing but peanuts, which are a pretty good source of magnesium, etc.) and a slug of water before bed would have you kissing goodbye to your morning cramp pain (if there is no underlying problem) 👨‍⚕️😉

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By *effnwbiguyMan
2 weeks ago

bolton

Lack of salt etc

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By *ral b..Man
2 weeks ago

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"The only thing with magnesium supplements although good for cramps and sleep, I took the 3 in 1 “geeks” supplement. Side effects include nearly shitting the bed. Stopped the night I stopped taking them. A quick look online shows I wasn't the only one. "
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Magnesium glycinate supplements

The glycinate let's the body absorb the Magnesium...( the same way Magnesium in foods is absorbed in conjunction with other minerals in the food).

Cheaper Magnesium supplements don't get absorbed ..go straight through...

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even worse often bulked with calcium carbonate....not good ..

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By *tephanieSnowTVTV/TS
2 weeks ago

Rotherham

Ask your doctor for quinine bisulphate for cramp

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By *impy2019200Man
2 weeks ago

Ayr

Lack of potassium In body dew 🍌 a day will help.

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By *edMan
2 weeks ago

south wales

Electrolyte drinks through the day.

Maybe drinking too much plain water?

This can wash out the salts in your body.

Electrolytes are the answer 👍🏼

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By *evanianMan
2 weeks ago

Gogledd Ddwyrain Cymru

I had a problem with cramps in my calves years ago and asked a pharmacist friend what the best remedy there was, she said that it was caused by a lack of potassium in the body and to eat a banana a day, sure enough it did the trick, eventually I stopped eating bananas and the leg cramps started again, so a 'Banana a day keeps the cramps at bay!' 🍌🍌🍌🍌🍌

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