HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Numbness In Left Arm While Laying Down?

My left arm goes numb and feels funny about 2 or 3 hours before I lay down to go bed at night and while I am trying to fall asleep. Im a 22 yr old female with no injuries to this arm. It feels like from my shoulder to wrist isnt there anymore, but I can move my fingers and still grasp objects. Im becoming concerned because its starting to interrupt my sleep now and needed an answer.
Tue, 16 Aug 2022
Report Abuse
Physical Therapist or Physiotherapist,  's  Response
Hello,

This looks more of the tightness of the trapezius muscle which tends to have spasm in many people due to bad posture in standing or sitting . Due to the spasm and abnormal posture there is a tendency of nerve compression leading to such symptoms. Two important things to follow:
1. Correct the posture
2. Release the trapezius spasm by using hot water bag

Post this, you can perform some trapezius strengthening exercises and neck strengthening exercises which can help to get rid of the symptoms.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Jay Indravadan Patel, Physical Therapist or Physiotherapist
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 
Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Numbness In Left Arm While Laying Down?

Hello, This looks more of the tightness of the trapezius muscle which tends to have spasm in many people due to bad posture in standing or sitting . Due to the spasm and abnormal posture there is a tendency of nerve compression leading to such symptoms. Two important things to follow: 1. Correct the posture 2. Release the trapezius spasm by using hot water bag Post this, you can perform some trapezius strengthening exercises and neck strengthening exercises which can help to get rid of the symptoms. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Jay Indravadan Patel, Physical Therapist or Physiotherapist