Find out what numbness of the hands during sleep indicates your health

But if you tend to feel this stinging or numbness in your hand or fingers more often than usual, you may be dealing with a bigger problem. To understand why this happens, we invite you to find out below.

You have carpal tunnel syndrome
Your numb fingers at night can be linked to a condition called carpal tunnel syndrome. Numbness in the big toe and first finger is usually due to compression of the median nerve in the ‘carpal tunnel’, a narrow passage made up of ligaments and bones on the palm side of the hand. This nerve compression occurs when something repeatedly squeezes, presses or irritates the nerve. Any repetitive movement that involves frequent bending of the wrist can cause or contribute to this discomfort. You may need to consult your doctor to treat this concern.

You have another compressed or damaged nerve
Other nerves can also cause numbness in the hands and fingers. Indeed, the second most common cause of numbness in one hand is compression of the ulnar nerve (which runs from the elbow area to the fingers). This can happen if you put too much pressure on your elbow or wrist during sleep. In this case, numbness occurs in the little finger, ring finger and sometimes the middle finger. Sometimes sleeping in another position that does not create pressure or strain on your arm may be enough to solve the problem. In more severe cases, surgery may be necessary.

You have cervical spondylosis
Lack of sensation in your fingers can be a sign of cervical spondylosis. This condition is characterized by the consumption of spinal discs in the neck that occurs with aging. Although many people show no symptoms, others experience pain and stiffness in the neck, tingling sensation, numbness and weakness in the arms, hands or feet. Depending on the severity of your symptoms, your doctor may prescribe the right medication. In addition, physical therapy can be helpful in managing this problem.

You have thoracic outlet syndrome
A rare disorder called thoracic outlet syndrome can be a source of numbness in the hands at night. This condition occurs when the blood vessels or nerves that lie in the area between your first rib and the clavicle bone become compressed. There are several types of this syndrome, so symptoms can vary, depending on nerves or congested blood vessels.

You have another health problem
Swollen hands during sleep can also be a side effect of another more serious health problem. For example, people with diabetes, either type 1 or type 2, are more susceptible to such neuropathies. This is because some diseases like diabetes increase the risk of nerve damage. Similarly, chronic inflammatory conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis, can inflame your tissues. Again, talk to your doctor, who can help identify any problems that may cause numbness in your hands./AgroWeb

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