A member asked:

What is the difference between being numb and getting that "pins and needles" feeling?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

There is a difference: True numbness is the absence of any sensation. Tingling is usually based on some type of irritation of the nerve root. However the nerve is still functioning and has sensation.

Answered 7/21/2012

5.7k views

Thank

Related Questions

A member asked:

Feeling numb and pins and needles im my right big toe?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Sponsored Content
HealthTap Medical Group does not endorse products or services. Sponsored content revenues support our mission to make health information free and accessible to all.Learn more