Muscle cramps are more than just an inconvenience; for many people living with diabetes, they’re an all-too-familiar part of daily life. “Though anyone can experience these painful spasms, those living with diabetes are especially prone, thanks to a mix of factors tied to electrolyte imbalances, blood sugar levels, circulation, and nerve health,” comments Selvan Naicker,…
You finally crawl into bed after a long day, ready to drift to sleep, only to be met with a strange and frustrating sensation in your legs. Tingling. Creeping. The only relief? Moving them – again and again. If this sounds familiar, you could be dealing with Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS), a condition that affects…
As we age, we may notice that our memory might not function the way it used to. Suddenly names, words and even past events are not as easy to recall as before. When thinking of ways to boost our memory, we often look to brain-training games, better sleep, or even drinking more water. But there…
Many people believe that muscle cramps are something you only experience as you get older or if you push your body to the limit. The truth is, muscle cramps can strike at any age, affecting everyone from teenagers to elite athletes.
“Muscle cramps occur when a muscle contracts involuntarily and doesn’t release,” explains Selvan Naicker,…
A long drive or flight usually means an adventure is waiting on the other side; however, it can also mean a literal pain in the neck.
“Sitting for too long while in the car or on a flight, can cause cramping in your legs, lower back and neck,” says Selvan Naicker, Brand Manager for…
Muscle cramps can occur year-round, but have you noticed they seem more frequent during the summer months? These "heat cramps" are often experienced by people who sweat excessively or engage in outdoor activities in warmer weather.
Selvan Naicker, Brand Manager for CrampEase®, explains that muscle cramps happen due to sudden, involuntary contractions of one or…
For many runners and cyclists, hitting the road for a weekend workout or race, can be exhilarating. However, when it is cut short due to a cramp, it can put a dampen on the entire event.
Unless you have had a race or workout cut short due to cramping, you will never know…
As many parents of teenagers know, when your child moves from tween to teen, their growth spurts are accompanied by various bodily changes. Among these changes includes “growing pains” whereby many teens report experiencing pains in their legs.
“These pains, while common and usually harmless, can be a source of discomfort and concern for both…
We have all experienced muscle cramps, whether it is waking in the night with a calf cramp that came out of nowhere, or tired cramping arms after an upper body workout at the gym. But do you know why your muscles are cramping?
“Muscle cramps can occur for various reasons, often involving a combination of…