How to Stop Leg Pain

Leg cramps are an involuntary contraction of a single muscle or a group of muscles. They are usually very painful and can be caused by
several different factors such as dehydration,muscle fatigue,electrolyte imbalance, vitamin deficiency, or certain medications.
The following is a list of natural cures that many people have found to be helpful.

Things You'll Need

  • massage
  • diet rich in potassium & Calcium
  • water
  • sports drinks
  • soap
  • apple cider vinegar
  • stretching
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Instructions

    • 1

      Be sure to eat a diet rich in calcium, potassium, and magnesium. To help prevent leg cramps.

    • 2

      Drinking sports with electrolytes can also be helpful.

    • 3

      Take time through out the day to stretch out your calves.

    • 4

      Put a bar of soap under the sheets for night time cramps.

    • 5

      Cut back on sugar and caffeine as both reduce your body's absorption of vitamins and minerals.

    • 6

      Drink apple cider vinegar.
      Just add 1 TBS. of apple cider vinegar to a glass of water and drink for quick relief from leg cramps.

    • 7

      Try this simple exercise for some quick relief.
      Using your fore finger and thumb massage and pinch the area between your nose and upper lip.

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