Question 1

i have gotten vibrating feelings in my left shin and knee, those finally went away, now my right leg is falling asleep/tingling throughout the day.

Accepted Answer

Nerve problem: Those sensations - vibration, tingling, numbness - are associated with a nerve that is being pinched or otherwise damaged.  I would get that evaluated by your Family Doctor or a Neurologist.

Question 2

lately, right leg has been "falling asleep" faster than usual. i notice it get tingly when i'm sitting. is it poor circulation? what do i do?

Accepted Answer

Circulation: poor circulation unlikely
more likely nerve compression-"falling asleep" and tingling
evaluate back issues?

Question 3

i get this stabbing pain so bad in my right leg when laying down on my side. goes away when im standing. it makes my knee hurt so bad and preventing me from falling asleep. what could cause this?

Accepted Answer

: More information is needed to narrow down the cause of symptoms. A long list of potential causes would not serve you. Please get seen virtually or in person by a physician.

Question 4

leg falling asleep while driving?

Accepted Answer

Go see a doctor: If it happens persistently you should see a doctor to make sure everything it s ok. Sometimes this can be a sign of serious medical conditions.Two things need to be ruled out here- vascular disease , nervous system disease.

Question 5

leg falling asleep while sitting crosslegged?

Accepted Answer

Normal: Pressure on area decrease sensation. Move leg slowly to wake leg up. Become aware of what position is tolerated. Any problems while sitting or walking?

Question 6

should i be concerned if my legs and arms are falling asleep often?

Accepted Answer

It's not normal: Most commonly people's arms or legs "fall asleep" after they have been resting in a position that compresses the sensory nerves to the respective area(s).  If this is happening when your not in particular positions that are "squeezing" on your arms and/or legs, then follow up with your doctor.

Question 7

any reasons why my legs keep falling asleep randomly?

Accepted Answer

Numbness: An extremity may have a prickly, tingling or numb sensation when pressure is place against a nerve – thus compressing it.

Question 8

my leg keeps falling asleep. is this from bad circulation?

Accepted Answer

Most likely not: In the absence of rest pain, numbness of an extremity is usually a nerve related issue and not a vascular one. If your symptoms are intermittent and resolve completely between it not a circulation problem.

Question 9

is it possible for you to get a shock from legs falling asleep?

Accepted Answer

Not certain what: You mean by shock - but there can be a pins ; needles electric feeling. Recommend eval if this is a chronic pattern for you.

Question 10

what are some of the reasons someone's legs feel heavy when they are falling asleep?

Accepted Answer

Normal: As your body shuts down for sleep, muscles start the process before the brain is completely asleep, so they feel heavy or paralyzed.

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Right leg falling asleep

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I have gotten vibrating feelings in my left shin and knee, those finally went away, now my right leg is falling asleep/tingling throughout the day.

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Lately, right leg has been "falling asleep" faster than usual. i notice it get tingly when i'm sitting. is it poor circulation? what do i do?

A member asked:

I get this stabbing pain so bad in my right leg when laying down on my side. goes away when im standing. it makes my knee hurt so bad and preventing me from falling asleep. what could cause this?

A member asked:

Leg falling asleep while driving?

A member asked:

Leg falling asleep while sitting crosslegged?

A member asked:

Should i be concerned if my legs and arms are falling asleep often?

A member asked:

Any reasons why my legs keep falling asleep randomly?

A member asked:

My leg keeps falling asleep. is this from bad circulation?

A member asked:

Is it possible for you to get a shock from legs falling asleep?

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What are some of the reasons someone's legs feel heavy when they are falling asleep?

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