I can certainly verify that Lynda's method works for her. :) We had a
visit after the AGM in Ottawa, ON last month and after hopping for a very
short time, Lynda walked out of the room looking like a non-pwp! What I
have found that works for muscle cramps in my legs and feet is heat...I
use one of those 'magic bag' things...it's a grain-filled bag which is
heated in the microwave & then put on the cramping muscle. Of course, I
can only do this at home. If the cramping hits at work, I'll try
stretching the muscle and/or walking it off. I also go for a walk to get
past the times when I would ordinarily smoke...come to think of it, I
don't seem to have as much trouble with muscle cramps since I quit
smoking. Many thanks to those members who have been so encouraging &
helpful about my new non-smoking lifestyle....every bit helps. :) Barb
(Day 9 of non-smoking)
On Wed, 17 Nov 1999, Lynda McKenzie wrote:
> For tightness in the lower body, and all over for that matter....when you
> can feel your meds just hanging around and not doing what they're supposed
> to be doing (and that is -getting you going) try facing a counter and
> putting your hands on the counter top as if you're going to bounce out of a
> swimmimg pool. Its difficult at first, but try lifting one leg, then the
> other, and then try to hop, leaning on the counter. Little hops, then
> bigger ones, (don't let go of the counter) and somehow you'll get enough
> steam to loosen you up. *Barb can verify that this works!)
> Lynda McKenzie
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