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Muscle cramps are sudden, painful contractions of muscles that can occur during or after exercise. There are two main theories for the cause of cramps - muscle fatigue and sodium-water deficit. Muscle fatigue occurs when motor neurons fire uncontrollably due to changes in afferent activity and inhibition. Sodium-water deficit cramps occur when sodium and fluid loss in sweat exceeds intake, contracting the interstitial fluid and pressing on motor nerves. Prevention focuses on proper hydration and electrolyte
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- Anugrah Septiansyah
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- EN