Hi,I am Dr. Gopal Goel (Orthopaedic Surgeon). I will be looking into your question and guiding you through the process. Please write your question below.
What Causes Tingling Sensation And Numbness In The Hands?
I loose flood flow to my hands at night when I go to bed, they first get hot then start tingling and then they go numb and I cannot get to sleep and if I do fall asleep my hand wake me up. I m 54 in good shape hardcore mountain biker, ex athlete (football) 6 -0 210 lbs
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
I have read the problem and in my opinion you are suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome- pressure on one nerve at wrist. Diagnosis is confirmed by NCV- Test for nerve conduction velocity. Treatment is generally surgical.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
I find this answer helpful
You found 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]
We use cookies in order to offer you most relevant experience and using this website you acknowledge that you have already read and understood our
Privacy Policy
What Causes Tingling Sensation And Numbness In The Hands?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. I have read the problem and in my opinion you are suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome- pressure on one nerve at wrist. Diagnosis is confirmed by NCV- Test for nerve conduction velocity. Treatment is generally surgical. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.