8 ways to ease muscle spasms and cramps [slideshow]

Correcting our physical postures, warming up and stretching before and after activities, eating well, sleeping well and making sure we are hydrated and have plenty of electrolytes will go a long way to preventing muscle spasms and cramps. And when we do experience these, if hot showers and stretching and rolling on balls and using topical creams does not reduce the inflammation and spasm, making an appointment for a massage or other bodywork therapy will help greatly.

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