How to Prevent Leg Cramps During Pregnancy?
4. Opt for the right positions
Try keeping your leg in a slightly elevated position than the rest of your body, it helps. You may also consider lying on your left. This may prove very effective, as it is said to enhance blood circulation in the body.
5. Exercise your foot
You may not be able to exercise freely owing to your physical condition, but your foot is still at liberty to implement the same. Try some basic foot exercises, while lying down or sitting up. Move your foot left and right, then bend and stretch them for another set of 30.
6. Hot Compresses
You could use warm water filled in a bottle or a hot pad in the leg region to reduce the tension. This is best when practiced before going off to sleep.
If in spite of taking all preventive measures, you still have a leg cramps, then the first thing you should practice is stretch your calf muscle and try toggling your toes toward your shin.
