12/10/2025
Sometimes I give Clients the options of a lower body massage ( hips downwards or upper body lower back and upwards. Lately I’ve been getting a lot of requests for calves. In the day we are walking, sitting and sometimes constantly on the go. A lot of people get cramps in the night and have no idea why…
Here’s the reasons why this may happen ;
Dehydration; a lack of water can lead to mineral loss and not having vitamins and minerals in our bodies can lead to cramps.
Muscle strain and fatigue: Overworking your calf muscles through vigorous or unfamiliar exercise can lead to spasms at night.
Prolonged activity : over working the muscles in the day and not stretching enough can lead to cramps later on in the night.
Underlying medical conditions: Frequent cramps can sometimes be a symptom of conditions such as diabetes, peripheral artery disease (PAD), restless legs syndrome, or nerve-related disorders like peripheral neuropathy.
Massage therapy can help calf cramps by improving circulation, helps the muscle relax and promotes relaxation.
Sometimes keeping the feet elevated can prevent night cramps.
Remember to eat, breathe,hydrate and stretch and to stride into the next day with your feet on the ground, legs relaxed and soles ready to take on each step of the day .