Muscle spasms range in intensity from mild twitches to severe pain. The spastic muscle may feel h…

Muscle spasms range in intensity from mild twitches to severe pain. The spastic muscle may feel harder than normal to the touch, and/or appear visibly distorted. It may show visible signs of twitching. Spasms may typically last from seconds to 15 minutes or longer, and may recur multiple times before going away.

Causes

There are many different reasons for an individual to develop muscle spasms. Dependent upon the cause will depend upon the type of cramp experienced. Some of the causes can be:

Dehydration Muscle overuse / strain Protective mechanism (broken bones) Low blood calcium or magnesium Exercising in heated temperatures. Electrolyte depletion Neurological condition Muscle spasms are very common. They can happen in any part of the body, but they tend to affect the:

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