Why do my toes and calfs keep cramping up at night?

Question: I suffer from flat feet. I always had this problem, I went to the doctor to get orthodics, twice I wore them, but kept growing out of them. Now age 24, I have been having cramps in my toes and feet, and calves for the past two weeks. I was wondering what I am suppose to do? And why does it happen?

Answers:
Low electrolytes,
Try eating banana's, getting some foods rich in potassium.

Drink some Gatorade.

I'll bet you drink a lot of water throughout the day. (flushes out your electrolytes)
Ocean fish is another good food.


Yours: Grumpy

Other Answers:
bad circulation--eat more sardines.

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i have no idea but thts a damn good question cuz ommmg i get the same thing. in the middle of the nite ill get biiigtime cramps on my legs and feet and they hurt soo much.

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You may have restless leg syndrome my mother in law has it and it is a real condition they have meds they can give you for it.

Look here and maybe it can help you.
http://www.rls.org/NetCommunity/Page.aspx?&pid=178&srcid=-2
Good luck and hope it helps.

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you might need more potassium in your diet.if you don't wear shoes alot ,that's not good.you need a supportive shoe or sneaker to wear all day.

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Restless Legs Syndrome?

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Could be bad circulation, but it sounds to me like you may need to revisit your doctor and get back in those shoes again, you should be done growing.

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Could be a magnesium deficiency or it could be as simple as the shoes you are wearing. Ask your doctor.

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Cramping is a sign of dehydration. It usually means you're just not getting enough fluids. Drink lots of water and non-carbonated drinks. Stay away from high sodium drinks. Good luck

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My husband has flat feet. He complains about his back hurting, but no cramps. Your probably low in Potassium. Try eating bananas or taking a Potassium supplement. If this doesn't help, you may want to see a doctor.

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