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A member asked:

I've gotten into the habit of folding my arms in front of me and sleeping on my side. my arms are not numb in the a.m. but is this bad 4 circulation?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

No: If your arms aren't showing any signs, sleeping that way isn't causing any harm.

Dr Villaplana and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 4/1/2012

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