Numbness in the right arm during sleep
Jun 06, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Jun
Introduction
Numbness in the right arm during sleep may be caused by physiological factors, or it could result from conditions such as calcium deficiency or cervical spondylosis. Targeted treatment should be based on the specific underlying cause. Besides these common causes, other factors like anemia, polyneuritis, hypertension, etc., might also be responsible. Patients should seek timely medical attention to prevent worsening of the condition.
Arm numbness on the right side during sleep may be caused by physiological factors, or it could result from conditions such as calcium deficiency or cervical spondylosis. Targeted treatment should be based on the specific underlying cause. Detailed analysis is as follows:
1. Physiological Factors
If one maintains the same sleeping posture for a prolonged period, pressure on the right arm can impair local blood circulation, leading to numbness and pain. This is considered normal and usually resolves spontaneously without concern.
2. Disease-Related Factors
1) Calcium Deficiency
In patients with insufficient calcium levels, the excitability of local nerves and muscles may increase, causing arm numbness during sleep, often accompanied by joint pain and osteoporosis. In such cases, doctors may recommend calcium supplements such as calcium lactate tablets or calcium carbonate D3 tablets.
2) Cervical Spondylosis
Improper sleeping posture may compress the cervical spine, triggering cervical spondylosis and irritating the nerves that control the upper limbs, resulting in localized numbness along with symptoms like dizziness and headaches. Patients may take medications such as Jingfukang granules or Maitake tablets under medical guidance to alleviate symptoms.
Besides the common causes mentioned above, other conditions—such as anemia, multiple peripheral neuritis, or hypertension—could also be responsible. Patients should seek timely medical attention to prevent worsening of the condition.
