Just wanting to get home after a long day at work, Rosa Parks may not have been planning to make history, but her defiance spurred a movement that advanced our journey toward justice and equality for all.
Cramp bark is used for bronchial, gastrointestinal, genitourinary and skeletal muscle spasms. Due to its astringent and antispasmodic nature it is useful for menstrual cramps with excessive blood loss. Cramp bark's astringent action also benefits atonic conditions of the pelvic organs, like uterine prolapse.
Summary. 1  A muscle cramp is an uncontrollable and painful spasm of a muscle. 2  The exact cause is unknown, but some of the risk factors may include poor physical condition, dehydration and muscle fatigue. 3  You can help reduce the duration and severity of cramp by gently stretching the muscle and massaging the area.