Why Your Hands Go Numb In Your Sleep And Ways To Prevent It
August 15, 2019
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We’ve all been there – you wake up in the morning or middle of the night, only to find that one or both of your hands or arms are numb. Not only is this super annoying, but it’s also hard to fall back asleep once you’ve been shaking your hand around, trying to regain feeling. Many nighttime hand and arm numbness cases are a result of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Carpal Tunnel is common in people with desk jobs who sit at a computer all day. Thankfully, there are a few ways to prevent and relieve Carpal Tunnel, which can also prevent that pesky nighttime numbness!
1. Straighten Your Wrists
The most common culprit in Carpal Tunnel is constantly typing with bent or overexerted wrists. Be mindful of your typing position and try to straighten out your wrists as constantly as you can. Remember, practice makes perfect!
2. Don’t Be A Hand Sleeper
If you sleep with your hands under your face or pillow, blood circulation is limited which can cause that unpleasant nighttime numbness. Try sleeping with your hands and arms outstretched or at your sides instead.
3. Take Breaks
Once you’ve sat down at your desk, it can be extremely difficult to take breaks. However, it’s very important that you get up and move around as often as you can in order to give your wrists a much-needed break.
4. Wrist Splint
In more serious cases, wearing a wrist splint can help straighten out your wrists, alleviate the symptoms of Carpal Tunnel, and prevent nighttime numbness. Be sure to consult with your doctor if you’re interested in trying a wrist splint.
