Be Aware That Meds Aren't Very Effective for Leg Cramps
July 2017
Hospital patients may ask for treatment for nighttime leg cramps...painful tightening that usually occurs in the calf muscle.
But there's not much evidence for most leg cramp remedies.
Stay alert for vulnerable patients, such as those who are elderly, pregnant, or on dialysis...or those with Parkinson's or thyroid disorders.
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