Leg Pain Causes, Treatments & More
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2. Charley Horse
A charley horse is a muscle cramp that is common in the legs but can occur in any muscle.1‘Don’t Let Foot Cramps and Charley Horses Slow You Down.’ Cleveland Clinic, health.clevelandclinic.org/dont-let-foot-cramps-charley-horses-slow. The pain can become severe if the contractions occur over several seconds. Severe charley horses can cause muscle soreness that may last for up to a day.
As long as the pain doesn't recur and is not prolonged, there is no cause for worry, and home treatment is often adequate. However, frequent charley horses may indicate an underlying health issue.
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