Pregnancy
Alcoholism
Dehydration
Parkinson’s disease
Neuromuscular disorders
Structural disorders such as flat feet
Endocrine disorders such as diabetes
Taking diuretics, statins, or beta-agonists
Treatment and prevention of nighttime cramps
Treatment of nighttime cramps depends on the cause. For example, if the cause is dehydration, make sure you stay hydrated throughout the day. Other treatment and prevention methods include:
Use horse chestnut, which is known to increase blood flow to the legs.
Take a relaxing warm bath before bed to relieve any muscle tension; it’s even more effective with Epsom salts in the bath. Magnesium chloride sprays are available, and you can massage your legs with this product, which is very well absorbed by the skin.