@tigerbeth You could try sniffing the liquid in the jar of pickles first if you think you can't tolerate it orally. Apparently it is very common at footy games for the players to use that remedy for instant relief. I only occasionally get leg cramps but I have found that if my legs/feet are too hot or too tightly wrapped in the sheets, then that tends to bring on the cramps. I nearly always sleep with my feet out of the side of the bed. I don't eat pickles either......ghastly little things! :D :D I hope your scan went well. Regards. Ann