Q&A 60: leg cramps and magnesium supplements

In general, pwMS should only take magnesium supplements if they have .....

Question

I am a 56-year-old male with MS, and I get terrible nocturnal cramps. Are these common in people with MS? My family doctor has prescribed magnesium. Will this help? Should people with MS be taking magnesium supplements anyway?

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Prof G’s answer

It is crucial to assess whether cramps are true muscle cramps or due to spasticity …..