How To Deal With Foot Cramp
Stop the agony of this common muscular pain and follow VideoJug's expert advice on how to deal with foot cramp and you'll be back on your feet fast. Don't let foot cramp prevent you from being active with VideoJug's help.
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Step 1:
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Put weight on painful foot
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As soon as you feel the pain of a cramp, put your body weight on the front of the affected foot
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Step 2:
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Walk around
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Once the first spasm has passed, try walking the pain off.
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Step 3:
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Remove shoes and socks
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If your foot is still in spasm, remove shoes, socks or any garments that may affect the cramp and bend or sit down still keeping the weight on the front of your foot.
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Step 4:
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Straighten your toes
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If the toes are in severe spasm, from a sitting position, lift the foot slightly off the ground resting on the heel on the floor and try and to straighten your toes.
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Step 5:
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Massage the affected area
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When the spasm eases gently massage the foot using your fingers until the affected area feels relaxed.
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Step 6:
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Pull toes back
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If the cramp persists, try pulling the toes back towards you as far as they will go.
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Step 7:
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Repeat process
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For a persistent cramp keep repeating the whole process until the pain subsides.
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If you suffer with recurring cramps, contact your doctor.