How to Treat Foot Cramps in Adults
- 1). Take the cramped foot in your hands. Slowly, but firmly, move it in the opposite direction of the cramped position.
- 2). Keep the foot in this position until the cramp disappears.
- 3). Spread some baby oil generously over the area and gently massage it for 5 to 10 minutes.
- 4). Take a pain reliever immediately, and if desired, repeat the dose after 4 hours. Aspirin and ibuprofen are recommended.
- 5). Elevate your foot on a pillow to the level of your waist.
- 6). Apply an ice pack if the cramp is due to overuse, like from a sports injury. Place the ice pack around the cramp, not directly on it.
- 7). Use moist heat on the cramping muscle 3 times a day if cramping is chronic and persists longer than 24 hours. A warm foot soak may be beneficial.
- 8). Consider wrapping the foot with an elasticized cloth bandage or sports wrap. Be careful when wrapping under the arch--too much pressure against it can cause pain.
- 9). Rest and stay off your foot. Give the muscle, tendon or nerve mass time to heal.
