Everyone has moments in life when they cramp their fingers. But for some, this phenomenon is extremely rare, and someone is struggling with the disease all his life. In this article, we will figure out why the fingers hurt, and what affects it.
In order to get rid of such unpleasant sensations as pain, cramps, colic, it is worth finding out the cause of their appearance.
Causes of cramps
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Increased physical activity can affect the condition of your body. For example, frequent workouts - running, stretching, gymnastics, swimming can cause excessive muscle tension. It is because of this that a cramp appears, as well as other unpleasant and painful sensations.
- Severe chemical poisoning is often the cause of many diseases. From here, a cramp appears, fingers hurt, shaking begins. Moreover, such a state can last more than 1-2 days.
- Hypothermia. Exposure to cold water, snow, ice causes limb cramps in people. If you are in the cold and feel pain, you should quickly go to a warm room, otherwise you can freeze your hands or feet.
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Slow circulation. Often, people with poor circulation have frequent seizures. In addition, it can bring arms and legs together, and if you stay in one position for some time, your neck will become numb.
- Lack of calcium can be detrimental to your he alth. This is not only about pain in the fingers, but also about the fragility of the bones. Your elbows and knees may also click.
- Unexpected fear puts a person into a stupor - and he starts shaking, a spasm appears.
After you identify the cause of pain and discomfort, you need to solve the problem. Fingers hurt, mainly in the elderly. But if you are still young, then you should not have any ailments, of course, if you do not have injuries. If at this age it reduces fingers, it is necessary to consult a doctor who will prompt further actions and prescribe treatment.
At the moment there are a number of treatments for cramps and spasms:
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Massage. If your fingers or toes hurt, you should ask your loved ones to massage the sore limbs. This procedure can cure you not only from spasms, but also from many other diseases. There is even a special direction in medicine where a person is treated only with the help of massage.
- Herbal preparations and tinctures. Phytotherapy will be an excellent prevention against pain in the limbs. With regular cramps in the hands, doctors advise drinking chamomile tea daily - it relaxes muscles and soothesnerves. In addition, you can use linden tea. Not all herbs can be used by pregnant women, it is best for them to consult a doctor.
- Warm baths. A great relaxation for your limbs is a warm bath to soothe your nerves and relax your muscles.
- Food. If you suffer from daily cramps, pay attention to your diet. Add the following foods to your diet: cottage cheese, milk, herbs, vegetables, etc. The main thing is that the product contains an increased amount of potassium and calcium.
- Avoid hypothermia. If you are constantly in the cold, then your fingers will always hurt. That is why, in order to avoid a chronic form of cramps, the hands must be warm.