The Atlantic trade was in trouble because of the depredations of the English and Dutch. Catalonia was a self-governing province, ruled by a viceroy, that had been part of the Crown of Aragon since the Middle Ages. It was difficult to govern and in the reign of Philip II order had broken down almost completely.
Diabetics or others with nerve damage in the feet are also susceptible to toe cramp problems. Some medications may cause cramps in the toes as a side effect. Another possible cause of is a lack of minerals, such as calcium and potassium, in the body. Dehydration is another body problem that could cause cramping toes.
Dr. Herbert Krob Dr. Krob. People : People often use the word cramp to mean any crampy pain, but to a doctor, a cramp is a painful contraction (squeezing) of a muscle that moves a joint. For example, a cramp in the calf will cause the foot to move down to a tiptoe position, while a cramp in the foot may cause the toes to move up, down, in, or out.