Temperature
Temperature is the measure utilized to describe hotness or coldness. It is expressed in terms of scales, such as Celsius and Fahrenheit. The body responds to the temperature by regulating it. There are many ways to regulate temperature. During cold days, the blood vessels that supply oxygenated blood and nutrients constrict and narrow. This response is called peripheral vasoconstriction. This is important due to minimizing heat loss from warm blood as the blood flow decreases. It results in the preservation of normal core temperature.
Although it is beneficial, there are instances where the decrease in blood flow is also harmful to the body. One of these is the cramping of the toes. When the vessels dilate, it causes poor circulation of blood flow. This means that the blood will reach the toes longer than usual. In addition, since the vessels dilate to conserve heat, the pathways close, making it difficult to flow the blood steadily.
The cramps will occur when the toes are not getting enough oxygenated blood and nutrients. It becomes painful, and soreness will occur. There are also cases wherein inflammation will start when the toes are getting insufficient blood from the body.
