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​Symptoms and Signs – Differential Diagnosis of Nocturnal Leg Cramps 
• Alcohol use
• Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
• Baker’s cyst
• Contractures
• Deep venous thrombosis (DVT)
• Diabetic neuropathy
• Electrolyte abnormalities (hypokalemia, hyponatremia, hypocalcemia, hyperkalemia, hypophosphatemia)
• Heat cramps
• Hemodialysis
• Hyperthyroidism
• Hypoglycemia
• Medications
• Peripheral nerve injury
• Peripheral vascular insufficiency
• Respiratory alkalosis
• Uremia
• Vitamin B12 deficiency
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