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Useful Treatments for Leg Cramps
When you get a muscle cramp, quick treatment can help reduce the pain. Gently stretching and massaging the tight muscle can help ease the pain. Using a warm towel or heating pad can help relax the muscle, while a cold pack can reduce pain and swelling. It is important to drink water or fluids with electrolytes to stay hydrated. If you have strong or long-lasting cramps, you can think about using painkillers that you can buy without a prescription. However, it’s a good idea to talk to a healthcare provider for advice that fits your needs.

Dietary Needs

The food you eat is important in avoiding muscle cramps. Eating foods like bananas, oranges, and potatoes for potassium, nuts, seeds, and green leafy vegetables for magnesium, and dairy products, fortified plant milks, and leafy greens for calcium can help keep your electrolyte levels in check. Drinking lots of water and not consuming too much caffeine or alcohol can help keep muscles hydrated and working properly.

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