Most of the cramps in the elderly are caused by calcium deficiency, and the symptoms can be relieved mainly through general treatment and medication. 1. General treatment: with age, the elderly will have different degrees of osteoporosis. At this time, you can promote the metabolism of bone calcium in the body by getting more sunshine and doing outdoor activities. Eat more high-calcium foods such as milk to supplement calcium. 2. Medication: you can take calcium carbonate, calcium lactate and other drugs to supplement calcium; at the same time, you also need to supplement vitamin D to promote calcium absorption, such as vitamin D ₃ drops, osteotriol pills and so on. Elderly people with cramps should go to the hospital as soon as possible to improve the relevant examinations, such as bone density test, hormone test, etc., to fully assess the condition. The above mentioned medications should be taken under the guidance of a professional doctor.