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My feet and calves hurt incessantly
At night the cramps often get cramps while sleeping when I stretch my legs and pain excruciatingly.
They hurt (as does the knee) when I climb up or down the stairs.
I am 52 years old. I had flat feet which were treated with special shoes as a child.
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Hi..according to her age you can check her cal, vit D3 and vit B12.. Also again n again cramps can also be due to electrolyte imbalance.. Visit physiotherapist.. You will be clinically checked and guided for knee..rather entire kinetics as have flat feet.
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Nocturnal muscle cramps is a common problem, you need to use high heels during day time and take vitamin E tablets along with carnitor which is a muscle protein for atleast 3 months. If needed you can continue the medication after in person consultation and supervision.
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