Cramp

When to make a doctor’s appointment

See a doctor if:

• Severe discomfort
• Swelling, redness, or skin changes
• Muscle weakness
• Frequent
• Not associated with an obvious cause

Self-care

Self-care options include stretching and massaging the muscle to help it relax. Applying heat or cold also may help.

When to make a doctor's appointment

See a doctor if:

• Severe discomfort
• Swelling, redness, or skin changes
• Muscle weakness
• Frequent
• Not associated with an obvious cause