Numbness or tingling sensation is usually due to pinched nerves. However, if the symptoms turn severe and chronic, it is time for medical intervention to diagnose and treat the underlying problem. A feeling of tingling or numbness in the hands or legs can feel weird and unpleasant. It is the ‘pins and needles’ sensation that happens when a person sits or stands in the same position for too long or even falls asleep with an arm under the head. This is temporary because of the pressure on the nerves and will subside soon. However, if numbness and tingling in hands or legs refuses to go away or turns acute, it can become a cause for alarm. The reasons can be varied, ranging from anxiety, pregnancy or vitamin deficiency to infection, side effects of medication or alcohol abuse. Persistent tingling can be associated with diabetes, artery disease or even be a sign of a stroke. In case these peculiar feelings are accompanied by itching, burning or pain, it hints at nerve damage. The underlying cause could be bulging, herniated or degenerated discs or other irritation/compression in the nerves that can range from mild to severe. However, the most common reason is peripheral neuropathy which affects the nerves at their extremities. As the nerves culminate in the fingers and toes, the tingling or numbness sensations are sharpest at these points. In short, tingling or numbness is a warning sign and cannot be ignored or expected to go away on its own. The problem can worsen over time and even result in decreased mobility, disability or other permanent consequences. Medical intervention is imperative to treat the underlying cause or even simply to rule out potential serious issues. The medical faculty at Exclusive Nerve & Disc Centers (Nervedisc.com) is proficient at diagnosing nerve-related conditions and can suggest appropriate treatments to treat numbness and tingling in hands or legs by healing the nerves and restoring them to their original condition. This is a completely non-invasive practice and has adopted an exclusive approach for spinal degeneration and peripheral neurotherapy.
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