What is a muscle cramp?

A sudden tight or painful muscle.

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  1. A skin scrape
  2. A sudden tight or painful muscle ✔
  3. A broken bone

Why: Muscle cramps are listed among injuries to know how to treat.

Huh, didn't know that: Muscle cramps are listed among injuries to know how to treat.

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A cramp can really tie you in knots.
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References

Answer: A sudden tight or painful muscle. Muscle cramps are listed among injuries to know how to treat.

  1. Scouting America: Sports www.scouting.org/merit-badges/sports
    strains; muscle cramps; contusions
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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