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Of All The Cramp Remedies, What Has Worked The Best For Nightly Leg, Foot Cramps?

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Jordan, MN
August 12, 2024
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Magnesium it relaxes smooth muscles. I use Doans Back pills and they stop cramps fast.

August 12, 2024
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For managing nightly leg and foot cramps related to MS, members of MyMSTeam have shared several effective remedies:

- Weighted Blankets: Adding weight, such as using weighted blankets or even sacks of rice, can help calm spasms
- Multiple Layers of Socks: Wearing multiple layers of socks to create counterpressure can Show Full Answer

For managing nightly leg and foot cramps related to MS, members of MyMSTeam have shared several effective remedies:

- Weighted Blankets: Adding weight, such as using weighted blankets or even sacks of rice, can help calm spasms.
- Multiple Layers of Socks: Wearing multiple layers of socks to create counterpressure can reduce twitching.
- Dietary Changes: Cutting out sugar has helped some members stop muscle spasms at night.
- Potassium Intake: Eating a banana before bed might help, as potassium levels can influence muscle cramps.
- Walking: Getting up and walking off the cramps can provide relief.

Each person with MS is different, so it may take some experimentation to find what works best.

August 12, 2024

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