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You are not alone. Yes, I have horrible cramps in my legs at night. This has really messed with my sleep. I have tried numerous things and while some have decreased the intensity, the cramps are still there. I have tried magnesium tablets, cream/oil before going to bed. Drink a lot of water or Gatorade to prevent dehydration. Cold packs, massage, over the counter pain relief medication, elevated legs, walking bare foot on cold tile floor (this is strange but it gives me some relief). Have spoken with doctor and no changes in my meds. If anyone else tried anything else and it works, please let me know.
The pain starts as soon as I get out of bed, and still there when I go to bed again at night :( Starts in lower back and works its way up to between my shoulder blades.
Are charley horse-style cramps in the back muscles common with Parkinson's?
Yes, muscle cramps and spasms can occur with Parkinson's disease. These painful, cramping sensations are often related to dystonia, which is a movement disorder that can develop as part of Parkinson's or as a side effect of treatment.
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