Funadvice Logo
Explore Join
More Health Questions

What exactly happens to your legs when you get a charlie horse?

and what can you do to get them to pass and hurt less when you get them? I know that i need more potassium, thats not what im asking. I’m at the fun point in my pregnancy where im getting really bad charlie horses at night now. It feels like my muscle is ripping off of my leg - what causes that feeling? Also, is there any way to make them pass faster or hurt less when they happen? I was literally crying and punching our bedroom wall this morning.

Become an Expert →
Answer #1

I think it’s a muscle spasm. I get up and walk, it’s painful but it gets rid of it almost instantly.

Answer #2

It is a muscle spasm and to make it go away make the muscle go the opposit way its contracting, eatin bananas can limit very much how often they happen

Answer #3

Also drink more water.

Answer #4

If they r in ur calf, do this, put ur toes on the floor and act like ur gonna walk backwards but dont, walk backwards, hold ur foot and leg still and it shud pass rather quickly, hope that helps

Answer #5

Yes that’s right to, lack of water can cause u to have the horses to, sorry forgot about that

Answer #6

I’ve had this the pain is terrible i always get it when laying in bed not found a cure yet but i have also heard water and bananas are good.

Answer #7

Read the other comments the answer is in thr

More Like This
Ask an advisor one-on-one!
Advisor

Reasons to Get Your Teeth Done

Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health

Advisor

Prima Weight Loss UK

Weight Loss Supplements, Health and Wellness Products, Fitness Products

Advisor

Healthy Talk Zone

Health and Wellness, Domain Services, E-commerce

Advisor

Centered Richmond Acupuncture

Acupuncture, Holistic Medicine, Healthcare

Advisor

Denefits

Dental Financing, Healthcare Payment Plans, Medical Services Payment Options