Waking up in the middle of the night with a sudden, sharp pain in your leg can be both alarming and uncomfortable. These muscle contractions, known as night-time or nocturnal leg cramps, usually ...

Q: I just read about a study wherein nighttime leg cramps were significantly reduced in frequency and severity in people who took vitamin K2. I plan to try this. I have taken vitamin K2 before. A: We ...

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Have you ever been awakened from a delightful dream by sudden, excruciating pain in your leg? In an instant, your sleep is interrupted, and you are desperate for relief. It is not entirely clear why ...

Q. I have always been bothered by my legs and feet cramping at night. I put soap chips in socks that I wear to bed each night, and that usually helps.

Waking up suddenly in the middle of the night with a sharp cramp in your leg is more than just an inconvenience—it could be a signal from your body. Here are 10 common reasons behind nighttime muscle ...

Leg cramps are no joke! I think most people have had some sort of leg cramp, and it stops you in your tracks. Sometimes, it is in the middle of the night while you are sleeping or during exercise. The ...