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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?
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No: If your arms aren't showing any signs, sleeping that way isn't causing any harm.
Answered 4/1/2012
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