Numb Hands: Is It Normal or a Sign of a Problem? | April 5, 2025

Have you ever experienced unexplained numbness or tingling in your hands? Known medically as paresthesia, this sensation can range from mild tingling to complete numbness or temporary loss of feeling in your fingers or hands. While usually harmless and brief, frequent or prolonged occurrences may indicate an underlying health condition.

Numbness in the hands typically results from nerve compression or poor circulation. Some common causes include:

Poor Posture or Pressure Sleeping awkwardly or resting your arm against a firm surface for an extended period can compress nerves or restrict blood flow, causing temporary numbness.