By: Dr. Andre Nadeau, Chiropractor Augusta, ME
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John from Augusta asks, "Why do my muscle cramps seem to happen more in the summer?" |
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Muscle cramps, also known as spasms or twitches, are a noticeable increase in muscle tome for no apparent reason. This increase can be intense enough to cause much pain. Often cramps occur during sleep or rest and sometimes they occur with exercise. If they occur with activity, cramps will predispose you to "muscle pulls." There are many factors that may contribute to the cause of the muscle cramping. Considerations include a deficiency in iron, magnesium, calcium, potassium, dehydration, maladjustments of the spine or local area and residue from past injury to this area.In the summer time the weather is much warmer and this causes us to sweat and loose body fluids at a much faster rate. Sweat contains magnesium and potassium in the form of electrolytes. This loss causes a low-grade deficiency which results in increased muscle cramps. The fluid loss causes possible dehydration. Possible preventative measures include taking daily supplements of calcium, magnesium, and potassium, and drink lots of water. If there is a history of trauma to the area, see you healthcare provider to address the maladjustment or fascial involvement from possible scar tissue. John, thank you for your question. Original publication The Town Line newspaper South China, ME 04358
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DR. ANDRE R. NADEAU
CHIROPRACTOR AND
APPLIED KINESIOLOGIST
CHIROPRACTOR
CHIROPRACTOR
