Suggest Treatment For Severe Cramps In Legs And Hands

Posted on Fri, 20 May 2016

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Question : Having cramps in my legs and hands. Usually when I working, bending but also whenI'm sleeping.
Some are very painful and long lasting. I'm 80 years old but in pretty good health.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil (-3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome

Your concern is appreciated

The muscle cramps are sudden involuntary contrations can be due to alot of reason like muscle injuries, dehydration, muscle strain, holding position for prolonged time , low levels of calcium potassium sodium magnesium. Low blood supply to legs and feet , spinal nerve compression, kidney failure, hypothyroidism, alcoholism etc.
You can advised to do serum electrolytes and Doppler of legs and even
MRI spine when indicated.
Taking balance diet, keep your self hydrated, good posture and exercise can help too.

Hope it helps
Thanks

wishing you best of health

Please consult your doctor before taking any further course of action

Dr M.S Khalil

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar