Does this often happen to you when you wake up or hold your smartphone for too long? This strange tingling or prickling sensation in your hands is much more common than you might think. While harmless in some cases, it can also be a subtle signal from your body that's worth paying attention to... Before you start worrying, let's talk about it.
Why do my hands go numb? Common causes
Who hasn't ever felt their hand go numb, as if it no longer belonged to them? This can happen simply from sleeping in an awkward position or leaning on your arm for too long. Don't worry: in these cases, everything returns to normal within minutes.
But if it happens frequently, several times a week, for no apparent reason… it may be a sign that your body is sending you a gentle reminder.
