Muscle-Spasms

Humans are meant to move. Muscle contractions required for regular movement are triggered by the motor neurons. Because of their sensitivity, these nerves can occasionally malfunction, causing muscular spasms. Muscle cramps or spasms can happen to anyone at any moment, whether it’s during exercising, playing sports, or even while you’re not doing anything. Usually described as an abrupt, uncontrollable movement of one or more muscles. Exercise, stress, or dehydration can trigger this painful muscular spasm or tightening, which can occasionally be made worse by other conditions. Although they are frequent, spasms most frequently impact the hands, arms, legs, belly, and thighs.

What Causes Muscle Spasms?

It happens for several reasons, like overuse of muscles, muscle injuries, or dehydration. If the body has any deficiency that contributes to muscle building and development, it may cause cramps.

• Calcium
• Potassium
• Sodium
• Magnesium

Low blood circulation to your legs or feet can cause cramps in areas where you most exercise or perform physical activity. Several medical conditions can also result in cramps.

• Spinal nerve compression
• Kidney failure
• Thyroid
• Pregnancy
• Alcoholism

How is Muscle Spasms Diagnosed?

Muscle spasms are innocuous, typical, and don’t need to be treated right away. But it doesn’t mean spasm becomes apparent and worsens with time; ignoring these essential signs of medical attention is unaffordable. If your cramps are severe and do not improve with stretch, then visiting a healthcare provider is essential. As you never know, it could be an early sign of an underlying condition. So, we perform a thorough evaluation, including physical examinations like blood tests to check the potassium and calcium levels, EMG for muscle activity, and MRI for a clear picture of the spinal cord.

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