How to Relieve Foot Cramps

A foot cramp occurs when the muscles in your feet contract. A cramp may be short and pass quickly or last for long periods of time and cause your foot to curl inward. Cramps are unpleasant and may be frequent in certain people. Poor circulation, dehydration, poor diet or a pinched nerve are a few causes of food cramps. Too much standing or walking can cause cramps as well. Learn how to relieve your foot cramps and what you can do about persistent cramps..

Things You'll Need

• Pain killer Ice pack Elastic bandage

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Instructions

• 1

  Take a pain killer, such as aspirin, to relieve the cramp.

• 2

  Pull your foot gently into the proper position if it has curled from the cramp. Hold your foot in this position and massage it until the cramp goes away.

• 3

  Wrap an ice pack around your foot if the cramp was caused by an injury. Consult your doctor for treatment.

• 4

  Soak your feet in warm water at least once a day if the foot cramps persist.

• 5

  Do not stand for long periods of time. Wrap an elastic bandage around your foot when you are walking. Consult your doctor for medical treatment if you are experiencing constant foot cramps.