Cramp Flashcards
1
Q
what is a cramp
A
involuntary sustained skeletal contraction induced by exercise
2
Q
what are consequences of cramp
A
- acute pain
- stiffness
- knotting/bulging
- lingering soreness
3
Q
which muscles are most affected by cramp
A
multi-joint muscles (muscles that cross multiple joints e.g. hamstrings)
4
Q
during which contraction does cramp most often occur
A
concentric contractions
5
Q
what are the theories regarding how a cramp happens
A
- dehydration-electrolyte imbalance theory (not enough fluids)
- neuromuscular theory (muscle overload and fatigue)
6
Q
short-term ways to deal with cramp
A
- stretching
- drinking fluids