Who Is Most at Risk of Night Cramps?

Health Conditions

Let’s take a closer look at who’s most at risk, why it happens, and what you can do about it.

1. Older Adults
Age is one of the biggest predictors of night cramps. In fact, about 1 in 3 people over 60 deal with them regularly.

Why it happens:

Muscles lose flexibility and elasticity with age.

Nerves become less efficient at sending signals.

Circulation slows down, reducing blood flow to the legs and feet.

This combination makes seniors especially prone to nighttime spasms.

2. Women
Leg cramps are a common complaint during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters.