Muscle Cramps

Charley Horse; Cramps; Muscle cramp

This article is about muscular pain. For the band, see the Cramps. For the tool, see Clamp (tool) Cramps are unpleasant sensations caused by contraction, usually of muscles. It can be caused by cold or overexertion. Illness or poisoning can also cause cramps, particularly in the stomach, which is referred to as colic if it fits particular characteristics. Causes and treatment There are two basic causes of cramping. One is inadequate oxygenation of muscle, and the other is lack of wate ...