Why Your Legs Cramp at Night — And What You Can Do About It
You’re deep in sleep.
The house is quiet.
Then — BAM.
A vice-like grip in your calf.
A sharp, twisting pain that wakes you gasping.
You’ve just been ambushed by a nocturnal leg cramp — one of the most common — and agonizing — sleep disruptors.
And if you’ve been struck before, you know:
It’s not just “a little pain.”
It’s a sleep thief.
A mystery.
A recurring nightmare.
The good news?
You’re not alone.
And it’s not inevitable.
Let’s dive into what causes nighttime leg cramps, when to be concerned, and what you can do — tonight — to protect your rest.
🧠 What Are Nighttime Leg Cramps?
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