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What Causes Thigh Muscle Pain?
Muscle cramps are involuntary and often painful movements (contractions) of the muscles.
The most commonly involved muscle groups are:
- Back of the lower leg/calf (gastrocnemius)
- Back of the thigh (hamstrings)
- Front of the thigh (quadriceps)
Cramps in the feet, hands, arms, abdomen, and along the rib cage are also very common.
Alternative Names
Cramps - muscle
Considerations
Muscle cramps are common and may be stopped by stretching the muscle. The cramping muscle may feel hard or bulging.
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