Cramps Definition
A cramp is a painful, sudden, involuntary spasm or contraction of the muscles. The cause for cramps can be: heavy exercise, cold, illness, or a strain.
The most common body parts that get cramps are: the shoulders, legs, and back.
Home Remedies For Cramps
How to Cure Cramps with Natural Treatments
1. Drink a hot cup of coffee or tea right after you get the cramp, try to sit and relax for a few minutes.
2. Drain some pickle juice and drink 1 cup.
Home remedy for cramps:
1. Suck on a lollypop or peppermint candy.
For muscular cramps:
1. Massage the muscle that is opposite to the muscle that is cramping. Example if you have a cramp in the lower thigh, massage the upper part of the thigh muscle.
2. Take a Heating pad or a water bottle with very hot water. Place on the place where it hurts and leave it until the pain is gone.
3. Take a very hot bath, can also add a cup of camomile tea into the water.
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www.mayoclinic.com - All you need to know about cramps.
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