What are cramps?
Leg cramps, also known as night leg cramps, are fairly common and occur mostly at night. Leg cramps are characterised by a sudden movement in the leg muscles, causing painful, involuntary contractions to occur. They can last from a few seconds up to a few minutes. Read More
Why do cramps occur?
The exact cause of muscle cramps is unknown. However, risk factors such as certain medications and low levels of minerals, such as electrolytes have been cited as a cause of leg cramps. Read More
