Arm tingling: Can everyday pins and needles be a hint for future nerve pain?
Our chiropractic solutions in Sydney can ease discomfort from arm tingling
Have you ever fallen asleep on the couch and woken up with your arm tingling? Or has your foot ‘gone to sleep’ after sitting with one leg crossed over the other for too long? Pins and needles can be uncomfortable. But, a little bout of unexpected tingling isn’t why you’re here. In fact, it’s probably because you’re feeling pins and needles regularly. And you want to know what causes it and why it’s happening to you. You want to know if it’s a cause for concern, and what you can do to ease it. Read on. Because that’s what this article is all about.
What causes pins and needles in your arms?
Tingling or numbness can occur when you restrict blood flow to your extremities. Or when you compress a nerve for a period of time. It’s a sensation that you usually feel in your arms, hands, fingers, toes, feet or legs. It’s called ‘paraesthesia’ and it’s very common. It usually occurs because a nerve is impinged or irritated. The good news is that our chiropractic solutions can help investigate the issue and seek to give you some relief.
Is arm tingling serious?
Often, arm tingling or numbness can be caused by your position. For example, you’re sleeping on your arm and it’s compressed the blood flow. It can be a sign of injury (like a herniated disc), carpal tunnel syndrome or sciatica. Or, in rare cases it can highlight medical issues like stroke, diabetes, or multiple sclerosis. Importantly, if you are also experiencing confusion, dizziness or weakness - immediately seek medical help by calling triple zero.
Often, pins and needles in the limbs isn’t the primary reason that causes concern. Because you can resolve it by changing your body's position, it's a symptom that flies under the radar. In fact, as chiropractors we often discover it during a thorough investigation of another issue - like back pain. Tingling or numbness can seem an inconsequential symptom. But it can also be one of the first signs your body is giving you that it needs attention.
Should you mention tingles in your arms and fingers to your health care professional?
Yes, it's important you mention it to your chiropractor. Pain is usually your body’s last signal that something is wrong. If you are in tune with your body, you'll notice the early signs (like arm tingling). After all, when an issue is only just developing, it is simpler and quicker to fix and get back on track.
Ease arm tingling discomfort with Sydney Spine
At Sydney Spine and Sports Clinic, we put you first. We provide ethical chiropractic care that enables you to make informed and educated choices about your health. We treat arm tingling, limb numbness and pins and needle symptoms. If you are suffering discomfort, make an appointment with one of our chiropractors. We can help you get mobile and active again.