What's wrong with my child's cramps?

When a child has cramps, it is better to press the cramping area. Adults can endure the cramps and it will go away, or take timely measures. But why do children have cramps? Could it be a reminder for us to pay attention to our children’s health? Because occasional cramps are okay, but if they occur frequently, it will inevitably make people worry about the child's health.

If you are calcium deficient, eat more foods high in calcium, or take calcium tablets. Calcium tablets for children! First, we need to rule out epilepsy-related diseases. If not, then it is a calcium deficiency. The child is probably calcium deficient. Cramps are usually caused by calcium deficiency. You can also go to the hospital, pay more attention to food, and take some calcium supplements.

The main causes of leg cramps are: (1) poor local circulation, peripheral vascular disease or varicose veins in the feet. (2)Sudden change in ambient temperature. (3) Excessive emotional tension. (4) Excessive loss of water and salt causes electrolyte imbalance in the body. (5) Insufficient minerals (such as magnesium and calcium) in the diet. (6) The incidence of cramps will also increase in people with certain chronic diseases and pregnant women. (7) Hypothyroidism, uremia or other physical illnesses. (8) Motor neuron disease, spinal cord radiculopathy or peripheral neuropathy. (9) Certain blood pressure and lipid-lowering drugs may also cause leg cramps. (10) Unknown reasons.

How to reduce the chance of leg cramps: (1) Pay attention to calcium supplementation: During adolescence, calcium is relatively scarce, which is more likely to cause cramps. (2) If you are prone to cramps at night, you should do stretching exercises on the areas prone to cramps before going to bed. (3) Keep your calves warm when sleeping. If a child has cramps, you can put on more clothes to keep your hands and feet warm. (4) Excessive drooping of the foot (drooping toward the sole of the foot) may induce calf cramps. Avoid letting your foot hang down too much while you sleep.

Children should pay attention to calcium supplementation. They can drink a glass of milk in the morning, which can also help them grow taller. If you are calcium deficient, it's okay. Just eat some calcium-supplementing foods and replenish it. However, don't take too much at once. Large supplements may not necessarily have a significant effect and may even have adverse effects. If a child has cramps, you can use the above methods to help relieve them.