Why Do I Get Neck And Back Cramps And Body Aches When I Wake Up In The Morning?

Posted on Thu, 19 Dec 2013

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Question : I get cramps, body aches in regular basis. mostly when i get up in mornings. most of my cramps happens to my neck and my back. kindly suggest what to do?

Answered by Dr. Shanthi E (39 minutes later)

Brief Answer: get your calcium and vitamin D levels checked Detailed Answer: Hello XXXX, A low calcium and Vitamin D levels may cause cramps and body aches on a regular basis. It can also present in the neck and back as pain. I suggest you to get your serum calcium and Vitamin D levels checked, and report back to me with the report. If the test reports are low, you will need oral calcium and Vitamin D supplementation. Meanwhile, please consume a glass of milk without fail daily. Also, do stretching and other moderate physical exercises to remain in good health. Regards,

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