Ice hockey is a popular winter sport in the United States, with thousands of amateur and professional athletes playing every year. With nonstop action and the tendency for full body contact, players are constantly at risk of experiencing hockey injuries regardless of the precautions they take.
Have you ever experienced sudden, involuntary, intense muscle pains in your calf, foot or thigh? If so, you’ve had a leg cramp. These pains can occur at any time, whether you’re exercising, walking, sitting down, or even sleeping! With so many potential leg cramp causes, these pains are very common. Just because they’re common, however, doesn’t mean there aren’t good prevention and treatment options.