Calf muscles: convulsions

The occurrence of seizures in the calf muscles of the legs is a common occurrence. It is characterized by very unpleasant sensations and even pain. Spasm can start unexpectedly and take unawares, so you need to have an understanding of the symptoms, the causes and ways to eliminate seizures.

The causes of cramps in the calves of the legs

The reasons for a sharp contraction of the muscles are many. They may not be associated with any disease. The contracting calf muscle cramps occur most often from:

• Sedentary lifestyle, when most of the time is spent in the chair, in the car;

• Insufficient stimulation of the nervous system of the leg muscles;

• Excessive physical activity associated with sports, long walking. Cramps in the gastrocnemius muscles in this case arise because of the accumulation of lactic acid in them;

• Insufficient sleep;

• Chronic fatigue;

• Circulatory disorders;

• Shortages in the body of magnesium, calcium, vitamin D.

Also, seizures in calves are symptoms of many pathologies: varicose veins, diabetes mellitus, liver cirrhosis, spine disease, pregnancy complications. Therefore, if spasms occur regularly, you should consult your doctor.

Preventive measures for muscle cramps

Worried about the pain that binds the calf muscles? Seizures are its cause. For prevention of spasm it is recommended:

• Adhere to a full and balanced diet;

• Take drugs or biological supplements containing calcium, magnesium, vitamin D;

• Regularly eat fresh fruits, vegetables, dairy products, dried apricots, buckwheat porridge, legumes, nuts.

Ways to relieve seizures

It is useful in case of a painful feeling to knead the calf muscles with the thumbs . Cramps in them can appear unexpectedly, but do not be afraid of it. Need to learn several ways to eliminate discomfort in the legs:

1. Execute the exercise by facing the wall at a distance of one step. To do this, you need to rest against the wall with your hands, stepping back with small steps from it. The feet do not tear off the floor - the muscles of the legs will stretch . Then stand a minute, watching the pain. When they occur, stop the exercise.

2. Normalize the flow of blood into the calf muscles. Cramps help to remove the massage, which consists in pressing the thumb in the middle of the calf muscle. In this case, you need to gradually increase the pressure. Then press down on the point in the popliteal fossa for two seconds. Pregnant women to do massage is not recommended.

3. An emergency method of help is pin pricking into the spasm zone. Painful irritation will help to quench cramps.

The onset of seizures in the leg muscles during pregnancy

Women during pregnancy can be bothered by calf convulsions. They arise because of the lack of microelements and vitamins in the body. In pregnant women, spasms occur mostly at night or in the morning. If seizures occur, you need to turn to others for help. If this is not possible, do not panic. Carefully pull your toes to yourself, repeating the exercise several times, until the pain disappears. Then a little stretch the muscle. Thus, blood circulation will be restored.

During pregnancy, seizures that result from a lack of vitamins in the body - a serious deviation. It can damage the fetus. Categorically it is forbidden to resort to self-treatment. Correct recommendations and appointments will be given by a doctor. In the case of varicose veins, it is advisable to wear special pantyhose. It is also necessary to lead an active lifestyle, often take a contrast shower, do baths with sea salt, monitor the full nutrition.