India, Dec. 17 -- Leg cramps are often brushed off as a minor inconvenience - blamed on dehydration, fatigue or a long day on your feet. But frequent cramping in the legs can be your body's way of signalling something more serious. From circulatory and cardiovascular conditions such as peripheral artery disease and venous insufficiency to electrolyte imbalances, nerve issues and metabolic disorders, leg cramps can point to underlying health concerns that should not be ignored. Understanding what your legs are trying to tell you can make all the difference in catching problems early and protecting long-term health.

Dr Dmitry Yaranov, a cardiologist and heart-transplant specialist with expertise in advanced heart failure and mechanical cir...