Rutgers IRB: Pro2024001242

Primary Investigator: Dr. Charles J. Gatt, Jr, MD

TITLE OF STUDY: Incidence of Muscle Cramps in high School Football Players

Purpose/Specific Aims:

Muscle cramps are among the most frustrating and debilitating ailments affecting American football players. While studies hypothesize the etiology of muscle cramps, with most focusing on electrolyte imbalances or neuromuscular fatigue, there is no clear consensus on their cause, which makes prevention challenging. The aim of this study was to describe the incidence of muscle cramps in the high school football population to better understand those at risk of suffering from muscle cramps and help guide preventative measures.