Pain in the left hamstring

[NormanE]

Hi all I get a dull pain in only 1 hamstring at night I cannot straighten it out it more annoying rather than painful. Does anyone have any similar problems? I've been recommended Gabopentin but it doesn't seem to work. Any ideas?

[Cubsfan]

I have same problem in both legs and take a combination of gabapentin and Baclofen. It doesn't stop it but when I don't take it there is a big difference.

[Ginger1]

Do u like tonic water?. I drink lots. Quinine can help cramp so maybe this will help? Eat bananas too as they contain potassium (1 a day should be sufficient). I take gabapentin & have for years. It is used for lots of issues/problems including peripheral neuropathy but may not suit everyone.

[Litty]

I sometimes get cramp at night. I take turmeric and my neuro-physio suggested I take exercise recovery electrolytes. Also if I get up and go to the loo my legs recover and then I discovered kneeling by the bed helps. Hope this helps : )

[NormanE in reply to Litty]

Thanks so much , I can but try

[DeniseLB]

I get it too and also cramps in the arch of both feet which is the only part that I have real feeling left.

[bevvick1964]

Hi, I get unbelievable pain in my left leg and a great tightening usually at night. I'm waiting for an ultrasound atm to rule out a clot etc.