Calf spasm
• Calf spasms are the symptom of an involuntary contraction of the muscles of the calf.
• Calf muscle or nerve injury can cause the involuntary muscle contraction.
• Calf muscle spasms can be a symptom of abnormal electrolyte levels (sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium, phosphate levels).
• Calf muscle spasms can be a symptom of dehydration.
• Calf muscle spasms can be a symptom poor blood circulation and peripheral vascular disease.
• Calf muscle spasms can be a symptom thyroid disorders.
• Calf muscle spasms can be a symptom of neurologic diseases.
• Calf muscle spasms can also be a sign of a blood clot in the leg (deep venous thrombosis).
• Calf muscle spasms that persists can be a sign of a more serious condition should always be evaluated by your doctor
Posted on December 1, 2008
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