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While there is no single definitive cause of muscle cramps and spasms, I would estimate that a calcium deficiency is to blame 90 percent of the time. The remaining 10 percent can stem from a circulation problem or the body’s inability to use calcium.

Here are a few ways you can help stop cramps and spasms in their tracks and prevent them from occurring again.

Muscles cramps and spasms can occur anywhere—in the toes or legs (often at night), for example, or as a simple a facial twitch. Cramps and spasms are also common in the calf, thigh, and hip muscles just after or during strenuous exercise.