Medically reviewed by Mallory Christopherson, DC Key Takeaways Stretching and massaging the sore muscle can help ease a leg ...

Simple foods and habits that keep your muscles strong, hydrated and free from painful cramps. Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD Eat electrolyte-rich foods like bananas and avocados to help ...

Leg cramps are painful and debilitating. They can stop you in your tracks during a busy day or wake you from a restful sleep. Perhaps you’ve already tried remedies like using heating pads, taking ...

At one point or another, we’ve all experienced the unexpected, intense pain of a muscle cramp. Muscle cramps, also known as muscle spasms or charley horses, are the involuntary contraction of muscle ...

At some point or another, we’ve all experienced the acute, uncomfortable pain that is muscle cramp. Whether it’s during a run or – arguably worse – when you’re trying to get some post-run rest in bed, ...

Like other parts of your body, your muscles change over the years. “As you age, your muscle fibers become less dense, which makes them less flexible and more prone to injury,” says Elizabeth Gardner, ...

Cyclobenzaprine is a generic oral tablet prescribed for muscle spasms in adults and certain children. It’s typically taken three times per day for up to 3 weeks. The dosage can vary based on certain ...

Eat electrolyte-rich foods like bananas and avocados to help muscles contract and relax. Stay hydrated before, during and after workouts to keep muscles healthy and cramp-free. Stretch often and avoid ...