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Originally Posted by graybeard
I totally understand...I find when I cramp I am not hydrated enough. Once your lips start to dry you NEED hydrating.
I try to eat a banana and take one Rolaids Ultra strength calcium/magnesium tablet once a day.....I don't cramp near as often when I follow this routine.
Nothing worse than getting those deep thigh screamer cramps at 2:00 in the morning.
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Another thing to watch for is the amount of caffeine/coffee you drink. As a diuretic you need lots of water to offset the dehydration caused . I have found a big difference after paying attention to this. For the knees and hips I have found a good physiotherapy program of prescribed floor exercises and stretches makes a big difference in removing the seizing up of the joints. As a side note on the cramping, pay attention to the favorite chair you sit in and see if it is putting pressure/pinching the back of your thigh/hamstring.