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Muscle cramp.

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Jan999
Jan999

I was diagnosed with osteoarthritis a few years ago following scans and X-rays. I have it in several joints. Before I was diagnosed I had occasional muscle cramp but nothing to concern me however in the last 6 months they have become almost unbearable particularly on a night when I'm in bed as soon as I move. Last night I was woken almost every couple of hours and my legs and feet are locked into positions I didn't think were possible. Does anyone know if this is related to osteoarthritis? 

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  • jules130
    jules130 Jan999

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    Hi Matron, I used to get night cramps,. Since taking magnesium tablets my cramps have nearly disappeared.Like hope4cure said I also do hydro. I also do a lot of stretches during the day.Trying not to stay in the one position for too long, but when you are in pain it is very hard. Hope this is of some help. Hang in there. Cheers Jules.
    • Jan999
      Jan999 jules130

      Posted

      Hello jules. Thank you for your help. As I said in my post to hope4cure I am going to give magnesium a try. I appreciate you getting back to me.
  • Justali65
    Justali65 Jan999

    Posted

    i have oa recently diagnosed in my knee, i too have cramps in both my calf and back thigh muscle. i used to think it was bcos of my constant limp
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