Leg Cramps

Discussion in 'Driver Health' started by JRTBud, Jan 28, 2012.

  1. JRTBud

    JRTBud Light Load Member

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    I keep getting leg cramps at night. Only in one leg though. Does anyone have any suggestions on how to get rid of leg cramps, and muscle twitching? I usually drive 500 to 600 miles a day, pulling food grade smooth bore tank. I travle with my dog, and get excercise, try to eat healthy, only drink one cup of coffee a day. Thanks.
     
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  3. cuzzin it

    cuzzin it Road Train Member

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    eat a banana sometime before bed. As for the cramps, when they happen push against the wall with your foot... thats what helps for me
     
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  4. RAGE 18

    RAGE 18 Road Train Member

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    Are u drinking enough water I think u might be gettin dehydrated man.
     
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  5. Prairie Boy

    Prairie Boy Road Train Member

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    My oldest son used to have that problem. Nurse told him he needed more salt intake and it went away.

    Salt will make you retain water so that you don't dehydrate I guess.
     
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  6. WMGUY

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    i had the same problem, i went to several doctors finally came up with a potassium deficancy... eat more bannas and drink lots of water..
     
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  7. CondoCruiser

    CondoCruiser The Legend

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    That's what I heard, dehydration and lack of Potassium. Banana's are loaded with potassium. Salt will help you retain water, but drinking will also. Be careful with the sodium intake.

    I remember back in high school playing football. The coach use to make us take potassium and salt tablets for the same thing.

    I hate cramps, especially when they won't let up.
     
  8. Okieron

    Okieron Crusty Okie

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    Potassium! A little trick too if you are getting that afternoon drag on a potassium tablet will perk you up a bit. its not a shot of caffeine, but it will help and will get rid of those cramps
     
  9. JRTBud

    JRTBud Light Load Member

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    Thanks for the information drivers. I been truckin' 13 years, and have never had any problems with cramps untill now. I'll try all of your ideas.
     
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  10. Pedigreed Bulldog

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    Insert leg, release blade....no more leg cramps.:biggrin_25523:
     
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  11. Lady K

    Lady K Road Train Member

    As an ex nurse turned truck driver... Please be careful with taking potassium if you have any kidney problems!! Excess potassium is excreted by the kidneys and if they aren't working right, they you can't get rid of it... To much and it can stop your heart!!

    Just say'in
     
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