What brings on a Foot Cramp?
February 26, 2009
Foot cramps are an absolute pain that can occur at any time. They are unpredictable, involuntary twitches in the muscles of the foot located near the instep or toes. Foot cramps occur when the foot muscles shrink improperly. They can happen during the day or at night without warning. Foot cramps can be brief or can carry on for days.
The pain may continue for days even after the foot cramp has gone away. They make it difficult to flex your foot and walk on it. No amount of massaging seems to alleviate the pain and discomfort. Foot cramps are common in athletes and the elderly. Even though they are a common occurrence, consistent foot cramps are something that should be examined by your doctor. The information below explains the different causes of foot cramps.
Foot cramps can be triggered by diseases, illnesses and bodily problems. Such diseases like Parkinson’s disease and Huntingdon’s disease have been linked to foot cramps. Multiple sclerosis and nervous system maladies are also contributors to foot cramps. Diabetes, tetanus and thyroid problems can cause foot cramps as well.
Foot cramps may also be the result of an electrolyte imbalance or a hormonal imbalance. Low levels of sodium, potassium, chloride, calcium, and phosphate in the body could cause the foot muscles to contract unexpectedly. Vitamin D deficiencies are also linked to foot cramps.
Exhaustion from physical exertion such as walking, standing for a long time, performing aerobic activities, or running could cause the muscles to involuntarily contract. An increase of physical activity may also trigger cramps. When exercising, make sure that you wear the proper footwear. Shoes without a proper arch support leave your foot muscles weak. Foot cramps can also affect those who are sedentary. People who do not get regular exercise and, therefore, do not actively stretch and strengthen their foot muscles can have foot cramps.
Foot cramps are linked to problems with the feet such as flat feet (feet with no arch), over flexible joints, tendonitis, and plantar fasciitis. Poor circulation of the blood may result in foot cramps.
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