Legs Cramps & Back Pain

Battling back pain and leg cramps simultaneously can impact mobility and limit your ability to engage in everyday tasks such as climbing stairs or walking. But regardless of whether pain is due to a chronic condition such a fibromyalgia or an injury, there are ways to manage discomfort.

Types of Pain

• There are two types of pain that can occur in the legs and back. Acute pain results from an injury and generally diminishes upon healing, whereas chronic pain is continuous or intermittent.

Remedy Pain with Medication

• Treatment options for leg cramps and back pain include pain relievers such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen to decrease inflammation and muscle spasms. Depending on the severity of pain, prescription pain relievers or anti-inflammatory injections may prove effective.

Consider Rest

• Reducing activity lets your body heal quickly and helps calm inflammation in the leg and back. Steer clear of any activity that irritates your injuries.

At-Home Remedy for Inflammation

• Ice is a fast and inexpensive remedy for pain. Put ice cubes in a sandwich bag, or use an ice pack, and place the compress on affected areas to relieve cramps and spasms. Remove the compress after 15 minutes.

Benefits of Massage

• Gently massaging your legs and back can relieve muscle cramps and reduce muscular tension in the back.