What causes numbness and swelling in the hands upon waking from sleep, and how can it be resolved?
Jan 03, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Jun
Introduction
Numbness and swelling in the hand upon waking are often related to prolonged lateral sleeping position, which causes local compression and poor blood circulation. This can be relieved through massage. First, apply a warm towel to heat the entire arm, promoting blood circulation and alleviating the numbness and swelling. Then, alternately use the thumbs of both hands to press the Yuji acupoint, located at the midpoint of the radial side of the first metacarpal bone on the lateral aspect of the hand, where the red and white flesh meet.
Waking up with numbness and swelling in the hand is often related to prolonged lateral sleeping position, which causes local compression and poor blood circulation. This can be relieved through massage. The specific steps are as follows:
1. First, apply a warm towel to heat the entire arm to promote blood circulation and alleviate hand numbness and swelling.
2. Then, alternately use the thumbs of both hands to press the Yuji acupoint, located at the junction of the red and white tissue on the radial side of the midpoint of the first metacarpal bone on the outer side of the opposite hand, until a sore or tender sensation is felt.
3. Finally, using the same method, massage the Yangxi acupoint located on the radial side of the dorsal wrist crease, between the tendons of the extensor pollicis brevis and extensor pollicis longus muscles.
If the above measures fail to provide relief, seek medical attention promptly and receive professional treatment under a doctor's guidance. Massage should be performed under the supervision of a qualified professional.
