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Use a little ice. To calm down the muscle spasms, use an ice pack or cool compress on the area youâre experiencing the charley horse. Never apply ice directly, but wrap it in a towel or bandage before placing it on your skin. Do this for 5-15 minutes for the best results.
A charley horse is another name for a muscle spasm that you may experience anytime, including while you are asleep. The causes of charley horses include lifestyle factors, certain medical conditions and physical exertion of your muscles. charley horse may occur during or just after exercise as a result of dehydration, which causes a buildup of salts in your muscles.