leg and pulling the foot upward toward your face can help stretch the tightened muscle.
Stand and walk carefully. Putting weight on the affected leg and walking gently may help the muscle relax.
Massage the muscle. Gently rubbing the cramped area can provide relief while the muscle relaxes.
Try warmth. A warm shower, bath, or heating pad may help relax a tight muscle.
How to Reduce the Chances of Night Cramps
There isn’t a guaranteed way to prevent every nighttime cramp, but some habits may help.
Stretch Before Bed
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