2024-02-16 01:45:13
The Department of Medical Services warns of “cramps”, a condition that the elderly should be careful of. along with suggestions on methods to prevent and correct cramps in the elderly Check details here.
Dr. Pairot Surattanawanit, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Medical Services, said cramps are caused by sudden muscle contractions. which is commonly found in the leg muscles There are many factors that can cause this, including:
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1. Overuse of the muscles combined with insufficient stretching of the muscles after exercise.
2. Certain medicines such as lipid medicines (statins), diuretics, blood pressure medicines, bronchodilators, etc.
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3. Certain diseases or conditions of the body such as kidney disease, Parkinson’s disease, thyroid disease, low sugar, chronic alcohol consumption. Low levels of certain minerals in the body Dehydration, stress, or abnormal nerve function, etc.
4. Impaired blood flow, such as arteriosclerosis. or poor heart contraction
5. The functioning of nerve cells is abnormal.
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How to behave when you have cramps
Dr. Busakorn Lohanchun, Director of the Somdet Phra Sangkharat Yanasangworn Institute of Medicine for the Elderly, Department of Medical Services. Added that When an elderly person has cramps, they should behave as follows.
1. Rest the movement of that muscle.
2. Slowly stretch the muscles that are cramping.
3. Gently massage the cramped muscle area to relax the muscle.
4. If the muscles are heavily contracted May use warm water or a warm compress bag
5. If cramps decrease but there is still pain, painkillers may be used to relieve symptoms.
6. If you find that you have frequent cramps or causes sleep disturbance or insomnia, you should consult a doctor.
How to prevent cramps in older people
1. If there is no prohibition or restriction on drinking water. Drink about 2-3 liters of water/day.
2. Before going to bed, you can exercise your leg muscles. By cycling gently in place for about 2-3 minutes to loosen and stretch the muscles.
3. Sip a sports drink before and after exercising.
4. Exercise regularly. To increase strength, flexibility and muscle endurance. By choosing a form of exercise that is low impact. And the movement is not very fast, which is suitable for the elderly.
4. Stretch your muscles regularly. Especially before and after exercising.
5. Get enough rest. And eat food from all 5 food groups, especially food that contains the mineral potassium, including bananas, oranges, calcium, including milk, and small fish that can be eaten whole. Foods that contain vitamin E such as nuts, vegetable oils, vitamin B12 such as fish and eggs in the evening meal.
6. Avoid cold weather. And while sleeping, keep your legs and feet warm by covering them with blankets or wearing socks.
7. Find a pillow to put under your feet while you sleep.
8. Choose the right shoes. To help reduce the work of the calf and sole muscles during the day.
9. If after taking medicine you have cramps that you didn’t have before. You should consult your doctor further.
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