Summer is in full swing in Pakistan. The sun's intensity is increasing and heat is spreading in many parts of the country. The scorching sun and the dehydrating heat bring with it many diseases. More dangerous than heatstroke
(HEAT STROKE) is a heat stroke, which can be fatal.
In addition, extreme hot weather can cause a number of other physical ailments, such as muscle spasms and convulsions due to extreme heat. Muscle and muscle stiffness occurs when there is stiffness. Exercise in hot weather and as a result the amount of water in the body is reduced. This affects the large muscles of the body, such as thigh, shin, abdomen, back and arm muscles.
It is also called HEAT CRAMPS.
Although muscle spasms are not as dangerous and deadly as rashes, they do cause severe pain. In hot weather, it is not possible for them to continue their normal activities and activities. But in hot weather, muscle spasms are associated with physical exertion, but sometimes the muscles begin to contract even after hard work or the end of work.
Who are the most victims?
Muscle cramps are usually caused by people who do physical work in hot weather, ie workers. They also include workers whose bodies have a relatively low heat capacity. In addition to workers, infants and small children. Children can also have muscle spasms, as they need others to avoid the heat and drink water.
Parents should dress their young children lightly in the heat and give them adequate amounts of water, milk and beverages. In hot weather, the muscles of the elderly can also become stiff, especially if When they suffer from heart and lung diseases. As a result of these diseases, their bodies become dehydrated very quickly.
Some medications affect the body's ability to excrete sweat and heat. People who take these drugs may suffer from muscle cramps in extreme heat.
Reasons
Dehydration and salt imbalance are generally considered to be the cause of muscle spasms and cramps, but there are a number of other opinions in this regard. Muscle cramps are more common in hot climates. This is caused by excessive sweating from the body, so one view is that a lack of water and sodium affects the ability of muscles to expand and contract.
According to a study, as a result of excessive exertion, muscles get tired and lose the ability to expand and contract. Whatever the cause, the treatment for muscle spasm is the same.
Symptoms
It is important to note that muscle cramps are an early sign of heatstroke in hot weather. Symptoms of muscle cramps include excessive sweating and stiffness in the large muscles of the body.
Spasms are usually in the muscles that have been used.
The muscles in the legs of running and soccer players become stiff. Their arms may then spasm in the abdominal muscles.
Muscle cramps begin during or immediately after strenuous physical exertion, but in some cases can occur several hours after the end of physical exertion.
Treatment
Muscle cramps caused by heat can also be treated on its own. First of all, the affected person should stop physical activity and lie down in a cool shaded place. As a treatment, lightly massage the stiffened muscles. Drink water and salty drinks to relieve dehydration.
If, despite the above measures, the muscle stiffness does not go away, then it is necessary to consult a doctor.
It is important to take precautions to prevent muscle spasms. A person who has suffered from it is more likely to get it again. People with certain occupations may also be more prone to muscle spasms. Are, like workers working on construction buildings.
Not only do they face the scorching sun, but sometimes they also have to endure the sun's rays reflected from the windows and doors of the building during work. It is very important for them to work hard. From time to time they go to rest in the shade and drink water and salty drinks to avoid dehydration.
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