Question 1

why could cause my arm fall asleep while driving or doing normal activities?

Accepted Answer

A number of things: If it is both arms would consider whether it could be a neuropathy or a vascular problem.  If this is a "paraplysis" would consider that this could be component of atonia found during certain stages of sleep.  Bring up with sleep specialist in that situation so that testing can be performed.

Question 2

why does my wrist pop when i rotate it? why does my wrist and arm fall asleep really fast? and, also, why does my wrist feel like it is spazzing out?

Accepted Answer

Probably normal: Popping of joints in a young person is probably normal. Not sure what it means for the wrist to "spazz out". If the arm goes to sleep when it's being actively used (not just sitting still) then a medical exam would be needed to investigate further.

Question 3

why does my arm fall asleep when i put it in front of my head laying down on my stomach? is it normal?
also why does my left arm feel like it wants to go to sleep when i fall asleep? should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

May be nerve problem: If an arm falls asleep, goes numb or tingly, or has changes in circulation, just in certain positions of the arm, there may be compression of the nerves and/or blood vessels to that arm. A primary care doctor, neurologist, and physiatrist (physical medicine & rehabilitation doctor) can help figure this out. Sometimes special x-rays are done to see if there is a problem of the nerve at the spine.

Question 4

whats causing my arm to fall asleep?

Accepted Answer

Pinced nerves: Pinched nerves in neck, elbow or wrist can cause numbness of arms.See your pcp.

Question 5

why does my arm always fall asleep? like to the point where i can't move it at all

Accepted Answer

Carpal tunnel?: It could be from carpal tunnel syndrome, cubital tunnel syndrome, or a blood flow issue. If you see your doc he or she should be able to figure it out for you.

Question 6

are there any types of herbal or otc remedy for bad circulation that causes your arm to fall asleep?

Accepted Answer

No: First an evauation to confirm a circulation problem needs to be done. A nerve that is being pinched or carpal tunnel syndrome can have similar symptoms. Once a DX is made a targeted therapy can be implemented.

Question 7

i have been having a lot of dizziness for about a year. my left hand and arm also fall asleep off and on. i have been to my gp so many times and no help. i have seen a neurologist multiple times and no help either. i'm starting to think i maybe it's due t

Accepted Answer

Dizziness/numbness: The only way to put the two symptoms together is either a vascular steal phenomenon due to vascular tearing or compression, but these could be independent also and may be due to a stroke also.  Make virtual appointment for further review.

Question 8

what makes your arm or anything " fall asleep"?

Accepted Answer

Fall asleep: Pressure on nerves to these areas, related to posture.

Question 9

my right arm, wrist and finger fall asleep at random times, usually 2 or 3 times a day accompanied by finger and elbow pain. what could be the issue?

Accepted Answer

Neurologist: Most likely there is a nerve entrapment which could be in the elbow, wrist or possibly the neck area. An orthopedic surgeon or a neurologist would be best qualified to examine you but an EMG( elelectromyogram) May be needed to pinpoint the area of nerve entrapment and xrays and/or MRI May also be ordered.

Question 10

throids cause arms to fall asleep?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Low thyroid can cause soft tissues swelling and edema , this edema squeeze the nerve especially the median nerve and can cause tingling and numbness in the hand and sometimes the arm  with different nerve.

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Why could cause my arm fall asleep while driving or doing normal activities?

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Why does my wrist pop when i rotate it? why does my wrist and arm fall asleep really fast? and, also, why does my wrist feel like it is spazzing out?

A member asked:

Why does my arm fall asleep when i put it in front of my head laying down on my stomach? is it normal? also why does my left arm feel like it wants to go to sleep when i fall asleep? should i be worried?

A member asked:

Whats causing my arm to fall asleep?

A member asked:

Why does my arm always fall asleep? like to the point where i can't move it at all

A member asked:

Are there any types of herbal or otc remedy for bad circulation that causes your arm to fall asleep?

A member asked:

I have been having a lot of dizziness for about a year. my left hand and arm also fall asleep off and on. i have been to my gp so many times and no help. i have seen a neurologist multiple times and no help either. i'm starting to think i maybe it's due t

A member asked:

What makes your arm or anything " fall asleep"?

A member asked:

My right arm, wrist and finger fall asleep at random times, usually 2 or 3 times a day accompanied by finger and elbow pain. what could be the issue?

A member asked:

Throids cause arms to fall asleep?

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