Code Lyoko Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 My right arm is tingly like it is sort of asleep from my elbow all the way down the right inside part of my arm to my pinky and right ring finger. It has been that way for about two hours. Moving my hand/arm around to increase circulation is not improving the situation. Any suggestions? Anything I should be worried about? I'm in pretty good health overall, no history of heart issues or anything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 I would go to the chiropractor. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KatieJ Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 Mine does that if I sit with my elbow on my desk. Or if I hit my funny bone. The ulnar nerve acts up. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EKS Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 It's probably a pinched nerve in your elbow (pinky and ring finger numbness generally comes from the elbow, thumb and forefinger numbness from the wrist). Don't lean on your elbows and sit up straight and see how it is in a few hours (or even a day or two). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
displace Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 (edited) Sometimes swelling can cause it. Maybe a self massage or elevation to see if it helps. Edited November 9, 2016 by displace 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kassia Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 (edited) I agree that it sounds like the ulnar nerve. I have cubital tunnel syndrome and this happens to me a lot at night. Edited November 9, 2016 by Erica H 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluegoat Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 Yes, I've been getting this the past few weeks since I've had a baby. In my case because my hands are slightly swollen, I think. If you are doing a lot of typing, take a long break or at least watch how you are holding your wrist. An anti-inflammatory might help a little, or a cold compress. If it keeps happening you should tell your doctor, you can get permanent nerve damage. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plink Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 How is your neck? An issue with your disks around C8/T1 can cause a numb pinky. The issue is the same ulnar nerve that is mentioned above, just another location in which it can be pinched. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MyLittleBears Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 I agree. A chiropractic adjustment might help and perhaps a new pillow. I had this and it turns out my pillow was too big for my frame causing a strain to my neck and shoulder which would end in my arm falling asleep and tingling. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plink Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 (edited) oops - wrong thread sorry! Edited November 9, 2016 by Plink Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Code Lyoko Posted November 9, 2016 Author Share Posted November 9, 2016 Thanks so much for the suggestions. I do a lot of work on the computer so perhaps I have been positioning my arm poorly. I have never been to a chiropractor but I will look into it. Arm is still tingly. So annoying. Anyway, thanks again for suggestions. I will try them. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klmama Posted November 10, 2016 Share Posted November 10, 2016 I would guess pinched nerve in your neck, possibly from too much time in one position while on computer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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