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Does Anyone Else Suffer From Toe Cramps

A myRAteam Member asked a question 💭
Ina, IL

Does anyone else have trouble with toe cramping up at night when you are trying to sleep, or wake up in the middle of toe spasms at night. I have been doing that for the last couple weeks, even with taking a muscle relaxer before bed.

August 26, 2016
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Members strongly related to the experience of painful toe cramps, with many describing their toes pulling in multiple directions, striking at... Read more

Members strongly related to the experience of painful toe cramps, with many describing their toes pulling in multiple directions, striking at night or even during simple activities like putting on socks. Several members shared that magnesium supplements, liquid electrolytes, sea salt, potassium-rich foods like orange juice, and mineral supplementation have provided relief, with some noting that methotrexate may deplete essential minerals. A recurring theme was the frustration of doctors dismissing these painful symptoms, paired with the community's determination to troubleshoot solutions together through vitamin D testing, standing with pressure to release cramps, and afternoon rest to reduce nerve compression.

A myRAteam Member

I do!! I try to stand on my feet with a lot of pressure until the cramp goes away; my vitamin guy said it could be mineral depletion due to the methotrexate. I tried mineral and it helps.

September 4, 2016
A myRAteam Member

Oh my word...all of the time!!!

August 26, 2016
A myRAteam Member

Yes! My toes will cramp and kind of stick in weird positions when I go to bed. Never during the day. I have tried potassium and magnesium and flexeril. Nothing really helps.

January 17, 2018
A myRAteam Member

I have sciatica that shoots pains down the back of my thighs it is miserable, unfortunately have not found anything that really helps with that. The orange juice at night along with my muscle relaxer seems to be helping with the toe cramps the last three nights anyway. Hope it continues to work:)

August 31, 2016
A myRAteam Member

I have toe cramps all the time, not just at night. My toes will cramp up and pull in all directions. It can be very painful. I have talked to my Dr who didnt seem to pay much attention. If you find a cure for this , please let me know. I also have these crazy cramps in the back of my upper thigh, and they strike at the worst times.

August 31, 2016

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