Welcome to our new series on “Is it normal…” We want to hear your questions and we’ll answer them in future posts! What are you wondering about? Human bodies are weird!

Is it normal: for my hands and/or arms to fall asleep a lot?

Answer: Sometimes. This is your body telling you that something is pinched! Always listen to your body. Try changing your position and see if it goes away quickly.

If this happens frequently, this can be a sign that a nerve isn’t functioning properly. Your chiropractor can usually help with this. The nerve can be pinched at the base of your neck, in your shoulder, your elbow, or your wrist.

Very often, chiropractic care resolves these issues. Acupuncture can also be helpful. Get checked if it persists for more than a week or is affecting what you can do, or your sleep. We will also go over your daily habits to see what’s causing this – look at your pillow, mattress, or computer setup to see if you can make changes to help.